<p>We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented <strong>Payroll Specialist</strong> to join our team in Tacoma. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, and providing excellent support to employees and management. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and well-versed in payroll best practices.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll for all employees with a high degree of accuracy</li><li>Maintain and audit payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Review and verify timesheets, deductions, commissions, bonuses, and adjustments</li><li>Manage employee changes, new hires, terminations, tax forms, and direct deposit updates</li><li>Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve issues promptly</li><li>Process and reconcile payroll-related journal entries</li><li>Prepare payroll reports for finance, HR, and leadership teams</li><li>Manage garnishments, wage orders, and other required deductions</li><li>Support year-end processes including W-2s, audits, and reporting</li><li>Collaborate with HR on benefits administration and onboarding tasks</li></ul><p><br></p>

<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>2+ years of payroll processing experience</li><li>Proficiency with <strong>ADP, Paycom, Paychex, UKG, QuickBooks Payroll, or similar payroll systems</strong></li><li>Strong understanding of wage/hour laws and payroll compliance (WA experience preferred)</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive data</li><li>Strong Excel skills and comfort with technology</li><li>Effective communication and problem-solving skills</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Experience with multi-state payroll</li><li>Knowledge of Washington state payroll regulations</li><li>Experience working with HR teams or in a combined HR/payroll environment</li><li>CPP or FPC certification (optional, not required)</li></ul><p><br></p>

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