The American Payroll Association is the Professional Society for Payroll Professionals. The Association pursues to increase the Payroll Professional's skill level through mutual support, educational opportunities, publications, and products. The national membership has risen to over 21,000 Payroll Professionals and continues to grow, demonstrating the high level of interest on the part of the payroll community participating in the wide range of activities available to APA members.

The Chattanooga Chapter of the APA was established in 1998 by a group of enthusiastic Payroll Professionals. This local chapter, growing stronger each year, serves Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia area and represents companies with small to large Payroll and Human Resource Departments.  Membership is open to all payroll, human resources, and other professional persons concerned with the development and operation of payroll and related functions.

The Chattanooga Chapter of the APA is an autonomous and independent chapter of the American Payroll Association. The purpose of the organization is to provide networking to exchange information, experiences and ideas for the benefit and education of its members. Our chapter keeps abreast of current laws and upcoming changes as well as being the liaison with the National APA. Click here for a local membership form.