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14 results for Payroll Specialist in Seattle, WA

Payroll Specialist

Kent, WA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
26 - 30 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with labor regulations. This contract role is ideal for payroll professionals.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for employees.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax and labor laws.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries.</li></ul>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Mount Vernon, WA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking experienced Payroll Specialists for contract opportunities with clients in Mount Vernon, WA. Our clients in the local area frequently seek experienced Payroll Specialists with UKG experience to support payroll processing, employee record maintenance, reporting, and compliance functions. These are ongoing contract postings intended to connect with qualified professionals for current and future opportunities in the local market. Based on general knowledge.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process payroll accurately and on schedule using UKG</li><li>Maintain and update employee payroll records in UKG</li><li>Review payroll data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Support payroll reporting, audits, and reconciliations</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and provide timely support</li><li>Assist with year-end payroll processing and related documentation</li></ul>
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Bellevue, WA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 42 USD / Hourly
<ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly payrolls</li><li>Review and audit timesheets, attendance, and pay adjustments</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and update pay-related changes</li><li>Calculate overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions</li><li>Administer payroll taxes, wage garnishments, and benefit withholdings</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end or year-end reporting</li><li>Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and tax forms</li><li>Support compliance with labor laws and internal controls</li><li>Partner with HR and accounting teams on employee data and payroll reporting</li></ul>
2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Tacoma, WA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 30 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with labor regulations. This contract role is ideal for payroll professionals.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for employees.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Ensure compliance with tax and labor laws.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries.</li></ul>
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

AP/Payroll Specialist

Redmond, WA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an AP/Payroll Specialist to support core accounting operations in Redmond, Washington. This role combines accounts payable, union payroll, and construction-related financial administration in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while partnering closely with the broader accounting team. Responsibilities:• Manage end-to-end accounts payable activities, including weekly payment processing and timely disbursements to subcontractors.• Administer weekly payroll for employees represented by the Carpenters Union, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable rules.• Verify invoices, account coding, and backup documentation before releasing payments.• Maintain complete and accurate payroll and accounting records within Foundation software and related systems.• Support billing and accounts receivable tasks, including coordination across roughly 5 to 10 active contracts at any given time.• Contribute to job costing, project accounting, and the review of schedule-driven financial information tied to construction work.• Investigate payroll, payables, and accounting discrepancies, then take initiative to resolve issues efficiently.• Prepare Excel-based reports, reconciliations, and data reviews to support ongoing financial tracking and analysis.• Assist with quarterly tax-related activities based on experience and business needs.• Collaborate with the Controller, Assistant Controller, and administrative staff to improve workflows and take on expanded ownership as processes develop. The salary range for this position is $85,000 to $95,000. Benefits:Health Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage for the employeeRetirement: 401(k)PTO: 2 weeksHolidays: 7-8 paid holidays Sick Time: 52 hours annually
2026-08-13T00:00:00Z

AP/Payroll Specialist

Bothell, WA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an AP/Payroll Specialist to support both payroll administration and accounts payable operations for a growing organization in Bothell, Washington. This position plays an important role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining efficient, well-controlled invoice and payment processes. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound knowledge of payroll and payables practices, and the ability to resolve issues quickly in a fast-paced biotech environment. Responsibilities:• Administer bi-weekly payroll for employees in the United States and Canada, including special payroll cycles and stock-related payment events.• Maintain accurate payroll documentation, review payroll output for accuracy, and uphold compliance with applicable federal, state, provincial, and local requirements.• Assist with payroll-related audits, tax filings, garnishment administration, workers’ compensation reporting, and day-to-day employee payroll questions.• Handle the full accounts payable cycle by entering vendor invoices, reviewing employee expense submissions, and preparing regular weekly disbursements.• Verify general ledger coding, approval routing, and spending alignment before payments are released to ensure policy and budget compliance.• Investigate and resolve issues involving invoices, purchase orders, payment records, and payroll discrepancies in a timely manner.• Work closely with accounting leadership to refine workflows, enhance internal controls, and contribute to departmental initiatives and special projects. Benefits:<ul><li>Retirement: 401k with 4% match, immediate vesting</li><li>PTO: 15 days’ vacation, 80 hours sick time</li><li>Holidays: 8 + additional holidays given by the CEO throughout the year</li><li>Health Coverage: M/D/V – Dental and Vision 100% covered, shared cost for medical (Regence)</li><li>Other: Life Insurance, Barista on-site</li></ul>
2026-07-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Coupeville, WA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
118000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a healthcare organization in Coupeville, Washington. This role is responsible for delivering accurate, compliant payroll processing while safeguarding confidential employee information and supporting strong internal controls. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in high-volume payroll, regulatory reporting, benefits deductions, and cross-functional coordination with Human Resources, Finance, and Information Technology. Responsibilities:• Direct payroll operations from start to finish, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule across all compensation elements.• Review and validate earnings and deductions, including regular pay, overtime, shift premiums, stipends, retroactive adjustments, and employer-sponsored benefit withholdings.• Prepare payroll tax submissions and required government reports in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.• Reconcile payroll activity to financial records, maintain complete documentation, and support internal and external audit requests with clear reporting and analysis.• Act as the primary owner of payroll systems, partnering with Information Technology to test updates, resolve issues, and preserve data accuracy and system reliability.• Lead, coach, and evaluate payroll team members by assigning work, supporting training, managing performance, and assisting with hiring and onboarding.• Work closely with Human Resources, Finance, and external vendors to confirm employee data, benefit file integrations, retirement plan activity, and payroll-related reconciliations are accurate and timely.• Interpret collective bargaining agreement provisions and ensure payroll configurations and pay practices align with contract terms for represented employees.• Oversee year-end payroll activities such as W-2 preparation, system rollovers, benefit updates, and required annual reporting.• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee records while strengthening procedures, controls, and workflow improvements that enhance compliance and efficiency. The salary range for this position is $118,000 to $140,000. Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision - 100% paid for employee Retirement Plan: Hybrid defined benefit plan, employee contribute 5%, company contributes 6%30 days PTO to start (this includes vacation, sick and holidays)
2026-08-03T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Kent, WA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Kent, Washington on a Contract basis. This onsite role supports high-volume invoice processing, payment activity, and month-end close work while helping keep vendor transactions accurate and timely. The position is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing detailed accounts payable tasks, working across purchase order and expense invoices, and using accounting systems and Excel to stay organized. Responsibilities: • Review the accounts payable inbox each day and organize incoming invoices for timely processing and approval. • Process a large daily volume of invoices, including purchase order, inventory, and non-PO expense transactions, with strong attention to coding accuracy. • Match invoices to supporting documentation and route items through the appropriate approval workflow. • Enter vendor expenses into the accounting system and maintain complete, accurate records for payment processing. • Support payment operations by preparing check runs and assisting with ACH-related accounts payable activity as needed. • Reconcile accounts payable records, investigate discrepancies, and help resolve vendor or internal billing issues. • Contribute to month-end close by validating payable balances and assisting with related reconciliations. • Use Excel tools such as lookups and pivot tables to track invoice activity, analyze data, and support reporting needs. • Work within Dynamics 365 to maintain efficient invoice processing in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Renton, WA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Renton, Washington in a Long-term Contract position. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, can manage a large volume of invoices with accuracy, and communicates effectively with both vendors and internal stakeholders. The position will play a key part in keeping payment operations organized, timely, and compliant while also contributing to process enhancements and department support as needed. Responsibilities: • Oversee the accounts payable cycle from initial invoice intake through final payment, ensuring transactions are completed accurately and on schedule. • Review large volumes of vendor invoices, verify supporting details, and prepare items for processing in accordance with internal controls. • Confirm that required approvals are in place before releasing payments and follow up with stakeholders when documentation is incomplete. • Assign correct general ledger coding and enter invoice data into the accounting system with a high level of precision. • Research mismatched coding, payment questions, and invoice discrepancies, then resolve issues in coordination with vendors and internal teams. • Monitor aging activity, reconcile vendor statements and account balances, and help maintain accurate outstanding payable records. • Prepare and distribute payments, including check runs and ACH-related processing, while supporting timely vendor disbursements. • Compile monthly accounts payable reporting, maintain organized records, and assist with special projects, staffing support, and system-related process improvement efforts.
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Seattle, WA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
26 - 31 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a busy accounting team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for a detail-focused individual who can manage high invoice volume, maintain accurate financial records, and support day-to-day payables activity with consistency and sound judgment. The position offers the opportunity to contribute across accounts payable, general ledger support, and broader accounting operations in a fast-moving environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee the full invoice cycle by entering, coding, and posting vendor bills to the general ledger while maintaining accuracy and meeting payment timelines. • Compare supplier invoices with purchase orders, receiving records, and related backup to confirm proper documentation and resolve mismatches. • Track outstanding purchase orders, receipts, and vendor statements, and follow through on discrepancies to keep accounts current. • Handle a mix of payable transactions, including purchase order and non-purchase order invoices, employee expense reimbursements, freight, fuel, inventory costs, and aviation-related charges. • Maintain vendor master data, assist with new supplier setup, and support documentation needed for credit and payment processing. • Coordinate payment activity by preparing check runs, ACH transactions, and wire payments, while preserving complete support files and audit-ready records. • Record and reconcile disbursements made through checks, electronic payments, wires, and company credit cards to ensure clean accounting entries. • Prepare Positive Pay files for bank submission and investigate any payment exceptions or outstanding items such as unapplied cash or uncashed checks. • Support year-end and audit activities, including 1099 preparation, document retention, physical inventory participation, and process improvement efforts using Excel and accounting systems.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Tacoma, WA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
20.5865 - 23.837 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing accounting team in Tacoma, Washington. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys detail-oriented work, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can manage multiple payment workflows with accuracy. The person in this role will support both vendor and carrier payables while helping maintain strong financial controls and reliable reporting. Responsibilities: • Process vendor and carrier invoices from receipt through payment, ensuring transactions are completed accurately and within established timelines. • Review documentation, secure appropriate approvals, and code expenses correctly in accordance with accounting policies and general ledger structure. • Handle payment activity involving split commissions, client-related disbursements, and expenses tied to revenue-producing accounts. • Match invoices and statements to system records, investigate inconsistencies, and resolve payment issues with vendors, carriers, and internal partners. • Prepare, post, and maintain journal entries and supporting records to keep financial data complete and up to date. • Reconcile statements, allocations, billing records, and other documentation to confirm accurate payable balances and payment history. • Execute check runs and other payment processing tasks through the company’s accounting platform while tracking all related transaction details. • Maintain electronic filing, reporting, and data management records to support audit readiness and day-to-day accounting visibility. • Provide backup assistance to the broader accounting function, contribute to month-end close activities, and support special projects aimed at improving efficiency.
2026-08-13T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Seattle, WA
remote
Temporary / Contract
24 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support billing, reconciliation, and collections activities for a well-established benefits organization in Seattle, Washington. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented finance specialist who thrives in a high-volume environment and can balance accuracy, customer service, and timely follow-through. The role focuses on maintaining account integrity, resolving outstanding balances, and partnering with internal and external contacts to ensure smooth accounts receivable operations. Responsibilities: • Perform daily reviews of client accounts by matching incoming payments with eligibility information and account activity to maintain accurate records. • Create and distribute invoices for both group and individual accounts, ensuring billing is complete, timely, and accurate. • Monitor overdue balances, issue collection and delinquency communications, and follow up to support timely payment resolution. • Process account adjustments, including refunds and other financial transactions, while maintaining compliance with internal controls. • Serve as a dependable point of contact for assigned customer accounts, building strong working relationships through responsive support. • Manage a portfolio of accounts of varying size and complexity while adapting to shifting business priorities and departmental needs. • Investigate account discrepancies, review outstanding debt, and recommend next steps based on findings and supporting data.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Benefits Specialist

Seattle, WA
remote
Temporary / Contract
30.4 - 35.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Benefits Specialist to support a broad range of employee benefit and leave programs for an organization based in Seattle, Washington. This Long-term Contract position focuses on delivering reliable day-to-day benefits administration, answering employee questions, and helping maintain compliance with applicable regulations. The role also contributes to open enrollment activities, vendor coordination, documentation updates, and continuous improvement across benefits and leave processes. Responsibilities: • Act as a primary resource for health, welfare, and retirement programs by guiding employees and internal partners on eligibility, coverage details, plan rules, and related support needs. • Manage daily benefits operations, including coordination with payroll and external providers to help ensure accurate and timely program administration. • Monitor and respond to benefits-related inquiries covering topics such as enrollment for new employees, qualifying life events, and annual enrollment support. • Help maintain regulatory adherence by reviewing benefit records, supporting required testing activities, and partnering with compliance stakeholders on federal and state requirements. • Assist with open enrollment by preparing updates, validating system changes, coordinating with vendors, and helping deliver clear employee communications. • Keep benefit systems, plan documentation, and employee-facing resources current so information remains accurate and accessible. • Evaluate existing workflows and recommend practical improvements that strengthen efficiency, accuracy, and service quality. • Create, refine, and maintain standard operating procedures for benefits and leave administration to support consistency across ongoing processes. • Oversee benefits payroll and arrears-related files, working closely with leave specialists to confirm accurate deductions and timely direct billing activities. • Partner with the leave administration team on leave programs, policy documentation, employee communications, reconciliation efforts, and payroll recovery support when needed.
2026-08-14T00:00:00Z

Benefits Specialist

Bellevue, WA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Benefits Administrator to support employee benefits operations for a long-term contract assignment based in Bellevue, Washington. In this role, you will help ensure benefit programs are administered accurately, employees receive timely support, and vendor-related issues are resolved efficiently. The position is ideal for someone with strong Workday experience, a service-oriented mindset, and the ability to manage detailed tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Administer employee benefit transactions in Workday, ensuring accurate handling of enrollments, life event updates, and separation-related changes.• Manage benefit payout calculations connected to employee job changes and departures, completing all related processing with precision.• Partner with external benefit providers to investigate and resolve questions involving eligibility, enrollment status, and coverage matters.• Assist with benefits support for newly hired employees and provide backup coverage for new employee orientation activities when needed.• Examine benefits invoices for accuracy and submit them through the appropriate payment process in a timely manner.• Contribute to workers’ compensation administration by monitoring claims, coordinating with vendors and legal partners, supporting audits, and maintaining required reporting.• Keep benefits records current and organized while delivering responsive, thorough support to employees and internal stakeholders.
2026-08-13T00:00:00Z