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9 results for Payroll Administrator in Seattle, WA

Payroll Manager
  • Coupeville, WA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 118000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct payroll operations from start to finish, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule across all compensation elements.</p><p>• Review and validate earnings and deductions, including regular pay, overtime, shift premiums, stipends, retroactive adjustments, and employer-sponsored benefit withholdings.</p><p>• Prepare payroll tax submissions and required government reports in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll activity to financial records, maintain complete documentation, and support internal and external audit requests with clear reporting and analysis.</p><p>• Act as the primary owner of payroll systems, partnering with Information Technology to test updates, resolve issues, and preserve data accuracy and system reliability.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and evaluate payroll team members by assigning work, supporting training, managing performance, and assisting with hiring and onboarding.</p><p>• 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.</p><p>• Interpret collective bargaining agreement provisions and ensure payroll configurations and pay practices align with contract terms for represented employees.</p><p>• Oversee year-end payroll activities such as W-2 preparation, system rollovers, benefit updates, and required annual reporting.</p><p>• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee records while strengthening procedures, controls, and workflow improvements that enhance compliance and efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $118,000 to $140,000.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>Medical/Dental/Vision - 100% paid for employee </p><p>Retirement Plan: Hybrid defined benefit plan, employee contribute 5%, company contributes 6%</p><p>30 days PTO to start (this includes vacation, sick and holidays)</p>
  • 2026-08-03T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Mount Vernon, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>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.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><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
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>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.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><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
  • Bellevue, WA
  • onsite
  • 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><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-30T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Tacoma, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>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.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><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
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage end-to-end accounts payable activities, including weekly payment processing and timely disbursements to subcontractors.</p><p>• Administer weekly payroll for employees represented by the Carpenters Union, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable rules.</p><p>• Verify invoices, account coding, and backup documentation before releasing payments.</p><p>• Maintain complete and accurate payroll and accounting records within Foundation software and related systems.</p><p>• Support billing and accounts receivable tasks, including coordination across roughly 5 to 10 active contracts at any given time.</p><p>• Contribute to job costing, project accounting, and the review of schedule-driven financial information tied to construction work.</p><p>• Investigate payroll, payables, and accounting discrepancies, then take initiative to resolve issues efficiently.</p><p>• Prepare Excel-based reports, reconciliations, and data reviews to support ongoing financial tracking and analysis.</p><p>• Assist with quarterly tax-related activities based on experience and business needs.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Controller, Assistant Controller, and administrative staff to improve workflows and take on expanded ownership as processes develop.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $85,000 to $95,000.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>Health Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee</p><p>Retirement: 401(k)</p><p>PTO: 2 weeks</p><p>Holidays: 7-8 paid holidays </p><p>Sick Time: 52 hours annually</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-13T00:00:00Z
AP/Payroll Specialist
  • Bothell, WA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer bi-weekly payroll for employees in the United States and Canada, including special payroll cycles and stock-related payment events.</p><p>• Maintain accurate payroll documentation, review payroll output for accuracy, and uphold compliance with applicable federal, state, provincial, and local requirements.</p><p>• Assist with payroll-related audits, tax filings, garnishment administration, workers’ compensation reporting, and day-to-day employee payroll questions.</p><p>• Handle the full accounts payable cycle by entering vendor invoices, reviewing employee expense submissions, and preparing regular weekly disbursements.</p><p>• Verify general ledger coding, approval routing, and spending alignment before payments are released to ensure policy and budget compliance.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve issues involving invoices, purchase orders, payment records, and payroll discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Work closely with accounting leadership to refine workflows, enhance internal controls, and contribute to departmental initiatives and special projects.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p><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><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-20T00:00:00Z
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor and carrier invoices from receipt through payment, ensuring transactions are completed accurately and within established timelines.<br>• Review documentation, secure appropriate approvals, and code expenses correctly in accordance with accounting policies and general ledger structure.<br>• Handle payment activity involving split commissions, client-related disbursements, and expenses tied to revenue-producing accounts.<br>• Match invoices and statements to system records, investigate inconsistencies, and resolve payment issues with vendors, carriers, and internal partners.<br>• Prepare, post, and maintain journal entries and supporting records to keep financial data complete and up to date.<br>• Reconcile statements, allocations, billing records, and other documentation to confirm accurate payable balances and payment history.<br>• Execute check runs and other payment processing tasks through the company’s accounting platform while tracking all related transaction details.<br>• Maintain electronic filing, reporting, and data management records to support audit readiness and day-to-day accounting visibility.<br>• 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
Property Administrator
  • Seattle, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Property Administrator to support the daily management of an affordable housing community in Seattle, Washington. This is a Contract position focused on resident support, administrative coordination, and compliance-driven property operations. The person in this role will work closely with site leadership to help maintain organized records, support occupancy efforts, and ensure a positive experience for residents and applicants.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with the Property Manager to keep daily community operations running efficiently and in alignment with site goals.<br>• Serve as a point of contact for residents and applicants by addressing inquiries, resolving concerns, and following up on service-related issues promptly.<br>• Manage leasing administration by coordinating applications, lease documentation, renewals, certifications, move-ins, and move-outs according to program and company standards.<br>• Organize and maintain resident files, account records, and property documentation with a high level of accuracy and regulatory awareness.<br>• Assist with rent processing, monitor outstanding balances, and support collection follow-up with professionalism and consistency.<br>• Work alongside maintenance personnel to track service requests, confirm completion of work orders, and help ensure resident needs are addressed.<br>• Prepare routine reports, written communications, and general administrative materials to support property operations.<br>• Contribute to occupancy and leasing efforts by communicating with prospective residents and helping move applicants through the process efficiently.<br>• Review documentation for completeness and compliance with applicable housing requirements, internal policies, and operational procedures.<br>• Provide broad administrative assistance and take on additional property management support tasks as business needs arise.
  • 2026-08-17T00:00:00Z