ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Payroll Professional to join our corporate team supporting federal initiatives! This position is temporary and will be based out of Knoxville, TN. This role is anticipated to be short-term (3-4 months) with the possibility of extension. There is flexibility on the hours (Part-Time or Full-Time), but the candidate MUST be able to work on Tuesdays.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for GEM Technologies, Inc. and Atlanta Home Theater using Paylocity.

• Prepare and import payroll journal entries for both companies into GEM’s accounting system, Sage Intacct.

• Prepare and submit weekly certified payroll reports via email and client’s certified payroll system, LCP Tracker.

• Prepare and submit monthly union reports.

• Prepare and file monthly Gross Receipts Tax returns for New Mexico.

• Prepare and file monthly Sales & Use Tax returns for Tennessee and Georgia.

• Review W-2s for 401k and HSA limits.

Requirements

• Education & Years of Experience – Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years of relevant experience or relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Prior experience processing weekly payroll.

• Experience preparing and importing payroll journal entries into payroll systems, SAGE Intacct experience a plus.

• Experience preparing and submitting monthly union reports.

• Experience preparing and filing monthly Gross Receipts Tax returns, Sales and Use Tax returns.

Desired Skills

• Experience with Paylocity payroll software.

• Experience with Sage Intacct accounting system.

ABOUT GEM

GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is an award-winning federal contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing environmental, construction, facility management, and technical services to federal agencies, state and local governments, and commercial organizations. Founded in 1994 as a nuclear engineering firm to support federal operations in East Tennessee, GEM has since expanded into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary provider with over 270 employees and a diverse portfolio of contracts in the environmental, nuclear, and defense sectors. Some reasons to join GEM are:

• Our philosophy – We believe in the power of effective collaboration and recognize that good partnerships are the building blocks to success.

• Our relationships – Partnering with federal clients, we solve complex problems, exceed expectations, and advance critical missions.

• Our team – We are committed to managing a cohesive workforce and cultivating a supportive workplace for our employees on contracts and in-office.

• Our community involvement – Supporting our communities, we invest time and money in local schools and non-profit organizations.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

GEM’s offered compensation is dependent on candidates’ education, qualifications, and relevant years of experience. To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee’s needs; this includes, but is not limited to, a competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Please Note: With the exception of mandated state requirements, GEM does not publish salary information on external job boards; as such, most ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

GEM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.