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12 results for Hr Payroll Assistant in Seattle, WA

HR Assistant

Seatac, WA
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a proactive and professional Human Resources Assistant for a temporary assignment in SeaTac, WA. This role will provide administrative support to the HR team and assist with a variety of human resources functions, including onboarding, employee records management, recruiting coordination, and general HR administration. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a commitment to handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience and exposure to multiple areas of Human Resources within a dynamic work environment. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide administrative support to the Human Resources department.</li><li>Assist with onboarding activities, including new hire paperwork, orientation scheduling, and employee file creation.</li><li>Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.</li><li>Coordinate interviews and communicate with candidates regarding scheduling and next steps.</li><li>Process employment-related documentation, including personnel changes, new hire forms, and compliance records.</li><li>Assist with benefits administration and employee inquiries.</li><li>Support HR projects, audits, and departmental initiatives.</li><li>Monitor and maintain HR databases, spreadsheets, and filing systems.</li><li>Prepare reports, correspondence, and other HR-related documents.</li><li>Respond to employee questions and direct inquiries to appropriate team members.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and employment procedures.</li></ul>
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z

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

Kent, 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

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

Payroll Manager

Coupeville, WA
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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

AP/Payroll Specialist

Redmond, WA
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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

Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Seattle, WA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31 - 35 USD / Hourly
The HR Generalist provides broad support to the Human Resources department and serves as an early-career developmental opportunity. This position offers hands-on experience in core HR functions and will provide broader administrative support, while allowing for a primary focus in specific areas of Human Resources and related People functions. The HR Generalist may support a variety of key compliance and operational functions, contribute to process improvements, and deliver responsive service to employees and leaders. This is a professional growth role, design to expand HR knowledge, skills, and competencies through active engagement across multiple HR disciplines. • Strong organizational and analytical skills, and attention to detail. • Effective written and verbal communication skills. • Customer service mindset and interpersonal professionalism. • Familiarity with HR compliance and employment regulations. • Working knowledge of federal and Washington State leave laws and regulations, including FMLA, WA Paid Family & Medical Leave, ADA, and related leave and accommodation requirements. • Ability to work independently as well as collaborate with a team. • Ability to interact in a professional manner with all levels of company employees and customers. • Effective emotional intelligence and cultural awareness. • Understanding and knowledge of benefits programs and plan design/portfolio. • Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines. • Be proactive, flexible, and collaborative. • Ability to effectively manage time and work well under tight deadlines. • Ability to effectively problem solve and make well thought out recommendations. • Ability to manage and maintain confidential information with discretion
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Bellevue, WA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
82000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an HR Generalist to support a broad range of people operations activities in Bellevue, Washington. This position plays an important role in benefits administration, leave management, compliance, employee records, and day-to-day HR support for managers and staff. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of multi-state HR practices, comfort working in Workday, and the ability to improve processes while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. Responsibilities:• Oversee employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, and voluntary plans, and coordinate open enrollment activities, status changes, and carrier billing review.• Administer retirement plan activities such as new enrollments, deferral updates, compliance support, and ongoing partnership with external plan providers.• Manage leave administration from initial request through return to work, ensuring timely documentation, required notices, and compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.• Coordinate with employees, managers, payroll, and external partners to support paid leave cases, workplace accommodations, and workers’ compensation matters across multiple states.• Review benefit elections and payroll-related changes in Workday to confirm accurate enrollments, deductions, and employee data.• Partner with leaders to evaluate and update job descriptions so they reflect current responsibilities and align with compensation structures.• Help organize the annual performance review process by supporting schedules, communications, and required documentation.• Act as a trusted point of contact for HR policies, compensation questions, employee records, reporting needs, audits, and ongoing process improvements.• Provide on-site assistance for payroll activities and contribute to broader HR projects and departmental initiatives as needed. The salary range for this position is $82,000 to $100,000 + discretionary bonus. Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision401k with match3 weeks PTO11 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays
2026-07-28T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Seattle, WA
remote
Temporary / Contract
27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Generalist to support a wide range of people operations and partner closely with leaders across the organization in Seattle, Washington. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can balance HR administration, employee support, data accuracy, and program coordination in a fast-paced environment. The role will contribute to policy implementation, reporting, communication efforts, and cross-functional HR initiatives while helping maintain consistent and compliant HR practices. Responsibilities: • Work alongside HR Business Partners and organizational leaders to carry out people programs, policies, and workforce initiatives effectively. • Review workforce data and key HR indicators to identify patterns and help shape practical, consistent solutions for teams and managers. • Perform routine checks of employee records, HR data, and process documentation to maintain accuracy and support compliance standards. • Provide day-to-day coordination and administrative support for employee relations activities while handling sensitive information with discretion. • Partner with HR colleagues on project execution by tracking tasks, supporting timelines, and helping deliver key milestones. • Prepare presentations, summaries, and reporting materials for internal HR teams and business-facing audiences. • Support and improve HR communication methods, including shared content platforms, recurring stakeholder updates, and other employee-facing communications. • Assist with additional HR-related duties as business needs evolve.
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Sr. Administrative Assistant

Bellevue, WA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Administrative Assistant to support office operations and provide high-level administrative coordination for leaders in Bellevue, Washington. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced corporate setting and brings strong organization, communication, and follow-through to daily work. The role will help keep workplace activities running smoothly through meeting support, travel coordination, vendor communication, and broad administrative assistance. Key ResponsibilitiesOffice Operations & Workplace Support<ul><li>Act as a primary point of contact for building management, facility service providers, and third-party vendors.</li><li>Coordinate and resolve office maintenance requests, workspace needs, and facility-related issues.</li><li>Manage office, kitchen, and breakroom supplies while maintaining inventory and monitoring expenses.</li><li>Coordinate incoming and outgoing mail, deliveries, shipments, and courier services.</li><li>Welcome visitors, candidates, clients, and business partners in a professional manner.</li><li>Answer and direct incoming calls and general inquiries.</li><li>Manage meeting space reservations and office scheduling needs.</li><li>Support internal workplace communications and employee engagement initiatives.</li></ul>Meetings, Events & Hospitality<ul><li>Coordinate catering and food service arrangements for meetings, training sessions, and company events.</li><li>Assist with planning and execution of employee gatherings, leadership meetings, and special events.</li><li>Ensure conference rooms and common areas are prepared and equipped for meetings.</li><li>Coordinate event logistics and vendor support as needed.</li></ul>Administrative & Executive Support<ul><li>Provide administrative support to senior leaders and executive support professionals.</li><li>Assist with travel arrangements, including transportation, lodging, itineraries, and related logistics.</li><li>Prepare and process expense reports and reimbursement documentation.</li><li>Support calendar management and meeting coordination.</li><li>Prepare presentations, reports, correspondence, and other business documents.</li><li>Maintain records, databases, trackers, and administrative systems.</li><li>Provide backup support and assist with special projects as needed.</li></ul>Project Coordination & Process Improvement<ul><li>Support administrative processes that improve operational efficiency and service delivery.</li><li>Track deadlines, action items, and recurring business activities.</li><li>Coordinate projects and initiatives involving multiple departments.</li><li>Research, compile, and organize information for reports and presentations.</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement and recommend solutions.</li></ul>
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Human Resource Generalist

Tacoma, WA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
34 - 40 USD / Hourly
Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced and professional Human Resources Generalist for a temporary onsite assignment in Tacoma, WA. This role will support the day-to-day HR functions of a busy organization and serve as a key resource for employees and management regarding HR policies, procedures, and employment-related matters. The ideal candidate will have experience across multiple areas of Human Resources, including employee relations, onboarding, recruiting, benefits administration, compliance, and HR operations. This position requires strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide day-to-day support for HR operations and employee inquiries.</li><li>Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire orientation and employment documentation.</li><li>Support recruitment efforts by coordinating interviews, screening applicants, and managing candidate communications.</li><li>Maintain employee records and ensure personnel files are accurate and compliant.</li><li>Process employee status changes, promotions, transfers, and terminations.</li><li>Assist with benefits administration, leave of absence tracking, and employee enrollment activities.</li><li>Partner with managers to address employee relations concerns and performance-related matters.</li><li>Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.</li><li>Generate HR reports and maintain data within HRIS systems.</li><li>Assist with policy updates, audits, investigations, and special projects.</li><li>Coordinate training programs and employee engagement initiatives.</li><li>Support payroll-related processes and ensure accurate employee information is maintained.</li></ul>
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z