Payroll & HRIS Specialist

EMJ Payroll/HRIS Specialist

At EMJ, we are more than just General Contractors — we are People Serving People. With over 50 years in business and a reputation as a recognized leader in the construction industry, we strive to provide unique value and an unmatched client experience by living our core values: Selflessness, Trustworthiness, and Grit.

We are looking for a hands-on Payroll/HRIS Specialist to take ownership of our US payroll processes from start to finish. In this role, you will do more than just push a button – you will ensure every paycheck is accurate, every compliance box is checked, and every employee partner's question is answered clearly and quickly. You will also be responsible for maintaining and optimizing our HRIS (Paycor) and supporting key onboarding functions. You will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally between the People Department and Payroll. If you thrive on variety, getting details right, and enhancing productivity through technology, this is the role for you! This role is based in our Chattanooga, Tennessee office.

What You Will Be Doing In This Role:

• Process and audit weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly U.S. payrolls, ensuring accuracy in hours worked, deductions, and tax withholdings.

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal payroll regulations, including statutory filings and year-end processes.

• Partner with Accounting and People teams on reconciliations, reporting, audits, and systems.

• Support payroll system updates, implementations, and process improvements.

HRIS Administration & System Support:

• Maintain and audit employee data in Paycor, including compensation, benefits, and tax information.

• Create workflows in Paycor to improve operational efficiencies and streamline user experience.

• Manage system releases and updates, including testing, documentation, and internal communication.

• Lead and contribute to cross-functional projects to improve system efficiency and the overall user experience.

• Create and deliver reports and summaries for leadership as requested.

Employee Support:

• Serve as the go-to contact for employee partners regarding pay and time-related questions.

• Track and report on paid time off, leaves of absence, and other payroll-impacting activities.

• Support new hire onboarding by entering and reviewing payroll and tax details, ensuring direct deposit and benefit deductions are correctly set up.

• Audit employee deductions for accuracy against billing from benefit carriers.

What You Will Need For This Role:

• 3+ years of experience processing exempt and non-exempt payrolls, with direct experience using Paycor.

• Solid understanding of U.S. payroll laws and tax requirements.

• Experience with benefits enrollment processes and system updates in Paycor's Benefits Advisor module.

• Proficiency in Excel and payroll reporting tools.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to discretion in handling sensitive data.

• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

• Compliance with all company safety policies and participation in required safety training.

Why Join EMJ?

EMJ offers competitive pay and benefits, a strong work/life balance, a best-in-class office environment, and a culture that recognizes and rewards entrepreneurial spirit.

Think you have what it takes to join our team? Visit www.emjcorp.com to learn more about our legacy and our mission of People Serving People.

EMJ is an AA/EOE and E-Verify employer. We are not accepting unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters at this time.