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15 results for Payroll Clerk in Federal Way, WA

Payroll Clerk with Workday

Auburn, WA
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 40 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking an experienced Payroll Processor to join our permanent Engagement Professionals (FTEP) team. This role is ideal for a payroll detail oriented who has hands-on experience with Workday and enjoys supporting organizations through critical payroll operations. As an FTEP, you'll work on a variety of exciting client engagements while enjoying the stability, benefits, and career development opportunities that come with permanent employment at Robert Half. Key Responsibilities Process bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payrolls accurately and on schedule. Utilize Workday Payroll to manage employee payroll data, earnings, deductions, taxes, and garnishments. Audit payroll transactions and investigate discrepancies. Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with payroll policies and procedures. Process new hires, terminations, status changes, and compensation updates. Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts. Assist with payroll tax filings and year-end activities, including W-2 preparation. Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve issues promptly. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. Support payroll system upgrades, testing, and process improvements.
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Accounting Clerk

Tacoma, WA
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Temporary to Hire
22 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join a busy legal office on a Contract basis. This onsite role supports day-to-day financial and administrative operations, with an initial schedule of approximately 25 hours per week and the potential to move into a permanent arrangement over time. The ideal candidate brings prior office experience, comfort with routine accounting tasks, and the ability to keep records accurate and organized in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Enter financial and administrative information into internal records with a high level of accuracy and consistency. • Assist with basic accounts payable activities, including reviewing invoices and preparing items for processing. • Support accounts receivable tasks by helping track incoming payments and maintaining current account records. • Organize and maintain paper and digital files so documents are easy to retrieve and audit. • Provide general administrative assistance to help the office run efficiently on a daily basis. • Process invoice-related documentation and verify details before submission or filing. • Work closely with the existing team to manage workload priorities and meet recurring deadlines.
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Tacoma, WA
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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.
2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

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

Accounts Payabe Clerk

Lynnwood, WA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to support daily accounts payable operations. This role is responsible for processing invoices, reconciling vendor and credit card accounts, resolving invoice discrepancies, and ensuring timely, accurate payments while maintaining organized financial records.Responsibilities<ul><li>Process vendor invoices and payments accurately and timely.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and company credit card accounts.</li><li>Research and resolve discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices.</li><li>Apply sales tax and verify payment information.</li><li>Maintain vendor records and update accounting transactions.</li><li>Assist with account reconciliations and filing of financial documents.</li><li>Communicate professionally with vendors regarding payment inquiries.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality and support the accounting team as needed.</li></ul>
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Tacoma, WA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a growing workforce in Tacoma, Washington. This position is fully onsite and will play a central role in supporting employees by ensuring pay is processed correctly across union and multi-state environments. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, solid payroll accounting knowledge, and the ability to resolve questions and discrepancies effectively. Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of more than 100 employees while maintaining accuracy and compliance with established schedules.• Coordinate payroll activities across multiple states and apply applicable wage, tax, and regulatory requirements correctly.• Handle payroll administration within a union environment, including pay rules, deductions, and benefit-related considerations.• Maintain payroll-related chart of accounts and ensure transactions are coded appropriately within the accounting system.• Record payroll payments to the correct accounts and support accurate financial reporting through proper documentation.• Investigate payroll variances, respond to employee inquiries, and resolve issues in a timely and detail-focused manner.• Work within QuickBooks and related payroll systems to manage payroll data, reconcile records, and support day-to-day processing needs. The salary range for this position is $75k to $85k. Benefits available with this position include medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurances; participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with a match and 10 days of paid vacation, 5 days of paid sick leave and 9 paid holidays per calendar year
2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

File Clerk

Seattle, WA
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Temporary / Contract
21 - 24 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented File Clerk to support administrative and document-handling operations for a busy office in Tacoma, Washington. This Long-term Contract position will focus on maintaining accurate records, preparing and processing important documents, and helping the team stay organized during a period of reduced administrative coverage. The ideal candidate is comfortable balancing data entry, scanning, filing, and document preparation while maintaining a capable and detail-oriented presence in an office that includes legal staff and client interactions. Responsibilities: • Enter and update information in internal systems such as Salesforce with strong attention to accuracy and completeness. • Organize physical and digital records by filing, scanning, indexing, and retrieving documents as needed. • Prepare land trust and deed-related paperwork, including drafting documents for review and processing. • Review records and documentation to identify discrepancies, confirm completeness, and support audit-related checks. • Research county filing requirements and public records to help ensure documents are handled correctly and in compliance with local rules. • Coordinate outgoing and incoming correspondence, including packaging and shipping documents connected to deeds and trust files. • Maintain orderly client and document records in platforms such as Box and other office systems. • Work closely with administrative staff and department team members to keep daily operations moving efficiently and respond to changing priorities.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specalist

Tacoma, WA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing Tacoma-area organization is seeking a hands-on Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations during a critical period. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and can quickly step in to manage payroll processing with minimal ramp-up time.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process multi-state payroll accurately and on schedule using Workday</li><li>Review and validate employee payroll data, earnings, deductions, and tax information</li><li>Handle payroll adjustments, garnishments, benefits deductions, and off-cycle payrolls</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and support month-end close activities</li><li>Partner with HR, Accounting, and management teams to maintain payroll accuracy</li><li>Assist with payroll audits, reporting, and documentation</li></ul>
2026-07-23T00:00:00Z

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

Accounts Payable Assistant

Everett, WA
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Temporary / Contract
26 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to support day-to-day payment operations for a busy team in Everett, Washington. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage invoice processing with precision, communicate professionally with vendors and internal stakeholders, and keep payment activities moving on schedule. The role focuses on maintaining accurate records, resolving payables questions, and ensuring financial transactions are completed with proper review and approval. Responsibilities: • Process vendor and subcontractor invoices from receipt through payment while maintaining accuracy and required turnaround times. • Review submitted charges, assign correct accounting codes for non-purchase-order items, and secure appropriate approvals before payment is released. • Enter invoices, expense reimbursements, utility bills, credit card charges, lease payments, and manual check activity into the accounts payable system. • Prepare and execute weekly payment runs, along with additional off-cycle payments when business needs require. • Monitor held invoices, communicate status updates to vendors when needed, and escalate unresolved items to management for release decisions. • Respond to payment-related questions, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues through careful research and follow-up. • Maintain organized and reliable accounts payable records to support audit readiness and reporting accuracy. • Assist with accounts payable system activity, including recording field-issued checks and supporting work tied to JD Edwards usage as needed.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Bellevue, WA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial operations for a portfolio of entities in Bellevue, Washington. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate records, supporting month-end close, and providing reporting that helps project and business leaders make informed decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger experience, a solid understanding of tax and reconciliation work, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a construction and real estate environment. Responsibilities:• Produce and examine monthly financial reports across multiple company entities to ensure accuracy and completeness.• Prepare month-end journal entries and apply established accounting standards to support an efficient and accurate close process.• Partner with construction leadership to track project costs, monitor work-in-progress activity, and deliver monthly job cost analysis.• Record and analyze home sale transactions, including comparisons between projected budgets and actual project costs.• Enter and maintain accounting records related to land purchases, land sales, and other real estate transactions.• Reconcile subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger each month and investigate discrepancies to resolution.• Post daily cash activity, including incoming receipts and outgoing payments, while maintaining accurate account balances.• Prepare applicable state and local tax filings, including business and occupation tax returns and semiannual property tax reporting.• Manage intercompany accounting entries, support annual audit requests, and review invoices and employee expense charges for accuracy and proper authorization.• Address questions from employees and vendors promptly while assisting the broader accounting team with ad hoc assignments and special projects as needed. The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $110,000 + discretionary bonus. Benefits:100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision for the employee; shared cost for spouse and/or family401k Retirement Plan with 4% matchVacation: 2 weeks to start, 3 weeks after 2 yearsHolidays: 6
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Seattle, WA
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join a growing organization in Seattle, Washington. This position plays an important role in day-to-day accounting operations, helping maintain accurate financial records, support reporting activities, and contribute to smooth business operations. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience across core accounting functions, strong Excel capabilities, and the ability to work effectively with both finance and cross-functional teams. Responsibilities:• Manage the full accounts payable cycle by recording vendor invoices, preparing disbursements, and reconciling company credit card activity for accuracy and completeness.• Oversee end-to-end accounts receivable tasks, including applying incoming payments, maintaining customer account records, and following up on outstanding balances when needed.• Process payroll on a bi-weekly schedule and record related journal entries to ensure payroll activity is accurately reflected in the general ledger.• Contribute to the month-end close by reviewing transaction postings, analyzing general ledger activity, and reconciling assigned accounts in a timely manner.• Prepare support for recurring state tax filings and assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting obligations.• Evaluate existing accounting procedures and recommend more efficient approaches to strengthen reporting accuracy and workflow effectiveness.• Maintain and update complex Excel files that support internal analysis as well as external financial reporting needs.• Provide administrative support tied to employee matters, including benefits coordination and maintenance of personnel records.• Participate in additional projects and operational assignments that support departmental priorities and broader business objectives. The salary range for this position is $85,000 to $110,000. Benefits:Health Coverage: Medical insurance & $500 annual reimbursement for dental401k15 days PTO12 paid holidays
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Kirkland, WA
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a Contract position based in Kirkland, Washington. This role focuses on maintaining accurate financial records, processing high-volume transactions, and preparing recurring reports that help the business monitor activity and performance. The ideal candidate learns quickly, works carefully, and knows when to seek clarification to keep work moving efficiently and accurately. Responsibilities: • Manage accounts payable activities, including reviewing expenses, processing invoices, and preparing payments in a timely and accurate manner. • Record incoming cash transactions and ensure receipts are properly applied within the accounting records. • Create and distribute customer invoices while supporting ongoing accounts receivable tracking and follow-up. • Prepare recurring internal reports, including sales activity, overtime summaries, and aging analysis for outstanding receivables. • Complete account reconciliations to verify balances, identify discrepancies, and support clean month-to-month reporting. • Enter journal entries and assist with general ledger maintenance to ensure financial data is current and reliable. • Use Excel tools such as PivotTables and VLOOKUPs to organize data, analyze trends, and support reporting needs. • Work within systems such as DataCore and Paycom to complete assigned accounting tasks and maintain accurate documentation.
2026-07-31T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable & Billing Specialist

Bothell, WA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 42 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking an Accounts Receivable & Billing Specialist to manage the full revenue cycle, including invoicing, collections, payment processing, account reconciliations, and customer financing. This role partners closely with Operations, Sales, and Accounting to ensure projects are billed accurately, financing is completed on time, and customer accounts remain current.Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage invoicing, collections, payment application, and AR aging.</li><li>Coordinate project billing, financing, and account reconciliations.</li><li>Work directly with customers, financing partners, and internal teams to resolve billing and payment issues.</li><li>Process payments and maintain accurate records in ServiceTitan or similar ERP.</li><li>Prepare project financial closeouts and support reporting and audits.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve billing and collection processes.</li></ul>
2026-07-17T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper II

Auburn, WA
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Temporary to Hire
22.8 - 26.4 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper II to support financial operations for a healthcare organization in Federal Way, Washington. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent position is ideal for someone who brings solid accounting knowledge, works well independently, and takes pride in maintaining accurate records and timely payment activity. The role will contribute to daily bookkeeping functions while partnering with the finance team to help ensure dependable reporting and efficient accounts payable processes. Responsibilities: • Review, code, and enter vendor invoices accurately to support timely accounts payable processing. • Maintain organized financial records and bookkeeping documentation to promote accurate reporting and audit readiness. • Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies to help preserve the integrity of financial data. • Communicate with suppliers to address billing questions, resolve payment issues, and sustain positive vendor relationships. • Monitor multiple vendor accounts and coordinate payment activity in alignment with internal deadlines and procedures. • Assist with routine accounting tasks that support monthly close activities and day-to-day finance operations. • Prepare spreadsheet-based analyses and tracking reports using Excel to support visibility into transactions and account activity. • Manage competing priorities independently while ensuring bookkeeping work is completed with a high level of accuracy.
2026-07-23T00:00:00Z