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Payroll Specialist
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our team in Seattle, Washington. In this role, you will manage complex payroll operations and ensure accuracy in processing payments and deductions for employees across multiple systems. This is a long-term contract position offering the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic payroll environment while ensuring compliance with union agreements and organizational policies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll for union and non-union employees across multiple states, verifying accuracy of timecards, wage calculations, deductions, and benefits.</li><li>Maintain compliance with collective bargaining agreements, wage and hour laws, and tax requirements.</li><li>Reconcile payroll data, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues with employees and management.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, wage summaries, and audit documentation as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Finance to onboard employees, coordinate benefits, and ensure accuracy of records.</li><li>Respond promptly to payroll inquiries and support employees on payroll matters.</li><li>Stay current with federal, state, and local payroll laws and update processes as needed.</li><li>Assist in year-end activities, including W-2 processing and government filings.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>2+ years of payroll processing experience, preferably in a multi-state and high-volume environment.</li><li>Experience with union payroll and collective bargaining agreements is strongly preferred.</li><li>Strong understanding of payroll best practices and compliance requirements.</li><li>Proficient with payroll systems and MS Excel.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Seattle, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 33.25 - 38.50 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our team in Seattle, Washington. In this role, you will manage complex payroll operations and ensure accuracy in processing payments and deductions for employees across multiple systems. This is a long-term contract position offering the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic payroll environment while ensuring compliance with union agreements and organizational policies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll for union and non-union employees across multiple states, verifying accuracy of timecards, wage calculations, deductions, and benefits.</li><li>Maintain compliance with collective bargaining agreements, wage and hour laws, and tax requirements.</li><li>Reconcile payroll data, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues with employees and management.</li><li>Prepare payroll reports, wage summaries, and audit documentation as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and Finance to onboard employees, coordinate benefits, and ensure accuracy of records.</li><li>Respond promptly to payroll inquiries and support employees on payroll matters.</li><li>Stay current with federal, state, and local payroll laws and update processes as needed.</li><li>Assist in year-end activities, including W-2 processing and government filings.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-01-12T17:39:36Z

Payroll Specialist Job in Seattle, WA | Robert Half