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Payroll Specialist
<p>Our team is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a client based in Kirkland, with a focus on processing payroll using ADP Workforce Now. This role is ideal for professionals who are detail-oriented, thrive in fast-paced environments, and are passionate about accuracy in payroll administration. This is a contract role that is estimated for 3-4 months in duration.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Process semi-monthly and/or bi-weekly payroll for all employees using ADP Workforce Now</li><li>Maintain, audit, and update employee payroll records and personnel data</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies, respond to employee queries, and support payroll-related audits</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and assist with benefits, deductions, and year-end processes</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Accounting staff to manage employee life cycle events (onboarding, terminations, wage changes)</li><li>Contribute to process improvement and payroll system efficiency</li></ul>
<p>Qualifications:</p><ul><li>2+ years of payroll experience required</li><li>Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now (required)</li><li>Strong working knowledge of payroll laws and regulations</li><li>High attention to detail and strong analytical skills</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting</li><li>Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal</li><li>Ability to manage confidential information with discretion</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field (preferred)</li></ul>
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  • Kirkland, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 32.00 - 42.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our team is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a client based in Kirkland, with a focus on processing payroll using ADP Workforce Now. This role is ideal for professionals who are detail-oriented, thrive in fast-paced environments, and are passionate about accuracy in payroll administration. This is a contract role that is estimated for 3-4 months in duration.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Process semi-monthly and/or bi-weekly payroll for all employees using ADP Workforce Now</li><li>Maintain, audit, and update employee payroll records and personnel data</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies, respond to employee queries, and support payroll-related audits</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and assist with benefits, deductions, and year-end processes</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Accounting staff to manage employee life cycle events (onboarding, terminations, wage changes)</li><li>Contribute to process improvement and payroll system efficiency</li></ul>
  • 2025-12-10T01:33:58Z

Payroll Specialist Job in Kirkland | Robert Half