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12 results for Payroll Manager in Seattle, WA

Payroll Specialist
  • Bellevue, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 33 - 42 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Process and administer weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</p><p>Maintain and update payroll records, including wages, deductions, bonuses, and benefits</p><p>Review and validate timekeeping data and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with managers and HR</p><p>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations</p><p>Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, taxes, and deductions in a professional and timely manner</p><p>Support audits, reporting, and reconciliations related to payroll and general ledger activity</p>
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
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>
  • 2026-06-22T00:00:00Z
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><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-22T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Tacoma, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 32 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a nonprofit in Tacoma, Washington on a Contract basis. This role will take ownership of payroll activities, support continuity during a staffing transition, and help ensure employees are paid accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on payroll expertise, works comfortably with established procedures, and can contribute quickly in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for roughly 120 employees, including both hourly and salaried team members on varying pay cycles.</p><p>• Act as the primary point of contact for payroll operations, delivering accurate and timely pay while maintaining dependable service for the organization.</p><p>• Review, update, and preserve payroll documentation, records, and audit support to meet internal standards and regulatory expectations.</p><p>• Use existing procedures and reference materials to maintain consistency and reduce disruption during the contract assignment.</p><p>• Investigate payroll variances and respond to employee questions by working closely with internal partners to resolve issues efficiently.</p><p>• Take part in cross-training and knowledge-sharing efforts to support a smooth handoff of payroll responsibilities.</p><p>• Prepare payroll data and reports in systems such as Paylocity and Excel to support routine processing and reconciliation.</p><p>• Help maintain payroll compliance across applicable wage, hour, and organizational policy requirements</p>
  • 2026-07-06T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Seattle, WA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 29 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll and employee administration in Seattle, Washington. This position plays an important role in creating a smooth and responsive experience for employees by handling payroll-related tasks, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with day-to-day HR coordination. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and eager to learn established processes while contributing to a collaborative office environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review employee time records thoroughly and resolve discrepancies before payroll is finalized.</p><p>• Process payroll activities with accuracy and timeliness, including support for full-cycle and multi-state payroll operations.</p><p>• Prepare and submit prevailing wage documentation through the appropriate online labor and industries portal.</p><p>• Maintain employee data in payroll and HR systems, ensuring records remain current, complete, and compliant.</p><p>• Coordinate employee training logistics by scheduling sessions and tracking course completion, certifications, and related deadlines.</p><p>• Respond promptly to employee questions regarding payroll, records, and general administrative matters.</p><p>• Provide backup support for customer service and assist with office operations as needed.</p><p>• Build working knowledge of additional office systems and procedures to support cross-functional coverage.</p><p><br></p><p>The pay range for this position is $29.00 to $33.00 per hour.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>M/D/V - 100% paid for by employer for employee</p><p>401k with match</p><p>PTO: accrue at 1 hour per 40 hours worked, after one year- one week additionally</p><p>6 paid holidays</p>
  • 2026-07-07T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager
  • Redmond, WA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounting Manager to lead key financial activities for a hospitality organization in Redmond, Washington. This role oversees core accounting operations, supports accurate month-end reporting, and strengthens financial controls across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound judgment, and leadership experience to guide daily accounting work while improving processes and resolving complex issues.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead detailed reconciliation and review of multiple balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Oversee profit and loss and balance sheet activity, monitoring fluctuations and investigating unusual items.</p><p>• Prepare and approve month-end journal entries, supporting schedules, and financial analyses tied to the close process.</p><p>• Analyze high volumes of general ledger data and account activity to identify discrepancies and maintain reliable records.</p><p>• Resolve accounting exceptions and reconciliation concerns in a timely manner while coordinating with relevant stakeholders.</p><p>• Support vendor onboarding activities and help address invoice or payment-related issues affecting operations.</p><p>• Contribute to the development and documentation of accounting policies, procedures, and internal control practices, including audit testing support and identification of improvement areas.</p><p>• Partner on budgeting efforts, reporting requests, and special projects as business needs arise.</p><p>• Drive process enhancements that improve efficiency, strengthen accuracy, and support scalable accounting operations.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day oversight, guidance, and review for staff and senior accountants.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $130,000.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>Medical/Dental/Vision</p><p>Life and AD&amp;D insurance</p><p>Disability insurance</p><p>401k</p><p>2 weeks PTO</p><p>6 paid holidays</p>
  • 2026-07-07T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • Kent, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to support HRIS systems, employee programs, and operational excellence in Kent, Washington. This Long-term Contract position will focus on improving HR technology performance, strengthening data accuracy, and delivering practical solutions that support benefits, compensation, recruiting, and broader HR operations. The role requires a strategic partner who can connect business needs with system capabilities, provide reliable reporting and analytics, and collaborate across HR, Payroll, IT, and leadership teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the setup, administration, and ongoing improvement of HR system modules related to benefits, compensation, recruiting, and core HR functions.</p><p>• Convert operational and business needs into effective system designs, configurations, and scalable technical solutions.</p><p>• Review HR workflows to identify process improvements, reduce manual effort, and introduce efficient automation where appropriate.</p><p>• Build and maintain forms, approval paths, business rules, and workflow structures that support compliant and consistent HR operations.</p><p>• Coordinate testing activities for upgrades, enhancements, and new functionality to confirm system performance and business readiness.</p><p>• Investigate system issues, resolve defects, and maintain strong data quality, integration performance, and overall platform reliability.</p><p>• Administer user permissions, complete routine system maintenance, and perform audits, validations, and large-scale data updates as needed.</p><p>• Produce reports, dashboards, and workforce insights that help leaders make informed decisions and monitor key HR metrics.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to implement HR technology solutions, support connected enterprise applications, and deliver user training and documentation.</p>
  • 2026-07-09T00:00:00Z
Office Manager
  • Bellevue, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 36 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Office Administrator to support daily operations in our office through a contract engagement. This position is well suited for someone who thrives in a fast-moving, organized setting, enjoys creating order across administrative functions, and delivers a high-quality experience for both clients and internal staff. The role will oversee office coordination, document management, billing support, and technology-related administration to keep the workplace running efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>•      Maintain firm’s workflow/task list, including setup of new clients in the system, and updating as client projects are completed. </p><p>•      Assist with inflow of paper and electronic tax documents, scanning, and workpaper setup. </p><p>•      Assist with implementation of AI tools to improve the efficiency of our processes. </p><p>•      Assemble completed tax returns for delivery to clients, including obtaining esignatures and e-filing of documents. </p><p>•      Prepare and e-mail invoices and follow up on accounts receivable. </p><p>•      Answer main phone line and assist clients with general administrative matters. </p><p>•      Greeting clients as they enter and seat them in conference room. </p><p>•      Maintain online client portal, which is updated as new tax filings are completed. </p><p>•      Communicate with software providers and third-party IT providers to ensure software is functioning and up to date. </p><p>•      Printing and mailing of annual tax organizer packages (late December/early January). </p><p>•      Maintain website. </p><p>•      Prepare envelopes and packages for mailing, prepare certified receipts (as needed), and trips to post office. </p><p>•      Organize paper files in file room (we have both electronic and paper files). </p><p>•      Order office supplies as needed. </p>
  • 2026-07-06T00:00:00Z
Revenue Manager
  • Seattle, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 60 - 70 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounting Manager to support core accounting operations and revenue reporting for a SaaS business in Seattle, Washington. This is a Contract position focused on subscription revenue, contract review, and month-end close, with an emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and timely financial reporting. The role works closely with cross-functional partners to ensure billing, contract terms, and revenue treatment are reflected correctly across financial records. This individual will also help strengthen accounting processes through improvements, automation, and participation in system-related initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Evaluate software subscription, licensing, and services agreements to determine appropriate revenue treatment in accordance with ASC 606.</p><p>• Oversee the accuracy of contract and billing records across accounting and invoicing platforms, ensuring data remains current and reliable.</p><p>• Coordinate timely and precise invoice generation based on agreed commercial terms and billing schedules.</p><p>• Prepare reconciliations and account analyses for revenue, deferred revenue, unbilled revenue, and related balance sheet accounts.</p><p>• Maintain monthly rollforwards for deferred revenue and contract assets, aligning recognition schedules, billing activity, and the general ledger.</p><p>• Investigate revenue fluctuations, unusual transactions, and contract changes such as renewals, expansions, and modified arrangements.</p><p>• Contribute to the monthly close by recording journal entries, completing reconciliations, and performing cutoff procedures for accurate period reporting.</p><p>• Support financial reporting deliverables by preparing analysis, variance explanations, and audit-ready documentation.</p><p>• Partner with Sales Operations, Customer Success, RevOps, and Finance leaders to resolve contract, billing, and revenue recognition questions.</p><p>• Assist with process enhancements, automation efforts, and system implementation activities that improve efficiency and scalability within finance.</p><p><br></p><p>Ideally, this is a hybrid role, 3 days on site in Seattle, however, candidates in the Pacific time zone will also be considered. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity.</p>
  • 2026-07-09T00:00:00Z
Senior Accounting Manager
  • Seattle, WA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 98000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations and strengthen financial oversight for our Seattle, Washington team. This role will guide reporting accuracy, budgeting discipline, and regulatory compliance while partnering with leadership to support sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and a practical approach to improving financial processes in a dynamic environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day accounting activities across payables, receivables, the general ledger, and tax-related workflows to ensure accurate and timely financial processing.</p><p>• Lead the month-end and periodic close process, including reconciliations, journal entry review, and oversight of financial records integrity.</p><p>• Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis, working with leadership to explain results and support planning decisions.</p><p>• Produce internal and external financial reports, monitor organizational performance, and highlight trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.</p><p>• Establish and refine procedures for gathering, validating, analyzing, and presenting financial information in a consistent and reliable manner.</p><p>• Partner with corporate finance and operational stakeholders to evaluate spending, identify efficiency gains, and recommend cost control measures.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to applicable federal and state financial regulations by maintaining strong controls and coordinating accurate, on-time tax filings with external specialists.</p><p>• Support audit activities by serving as a key contact for auditors, organizing required documentation, and helping maintain effective financial oversight.</p><p>• Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to accounting staff, including accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, to promote strong execution and accountability.</p><p>• Oversee financial systems, reporting tools, and accounting processes to improve visibility, operational efficiency, and management decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $98,000 to $130,000.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>Medical/Dental/Vision</p><p>STD/LTD</p><p>Life and AD&amp;D insurance</p><p>401k with match</p><p>2 weeks PTO</p><p>9 paid holidays</p>
  • 2026-06-25T00:00:00Z
Accounting Manager/Supervisor
  • Orting, WA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 125000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead daily accounting operations for a family-owned company in Orting, Washington. This role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can provide clear direction, build accountability, and maintain strong communication across the organization. The position works closely with executive leadership while supporting sound financial practices, reliable reporting, and effective departmental performance. Enjoy a close knit team, and also a hybrid work schedule - only 3 days in-office a week!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the accounting team and provide day-to-day guidance to two staff accountants, fostering accountability, professionalism, and consistent communication.</p><p>• Direct core accounting activities across the business, ensuring accurate transaction processing, dependable internal controls, and efficient departmental workflows.</p><p>• Establish, maintain, and enforce accounting policies and procedures that support compliance, consistency, and operational effectiveness.</p><p>• Oversee external or outsourced accounting support functions and ensure deliverables meet business expectations and reporting standards.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver financial information that helps leadership make informed business decisions and evaluate company performance.</p><p>• Partner with department and division leaders to support planning, performance goals, and alignment with broader organizational objectives.</p><p>• Review the effectiveness of accounting systems and related databases, including Viewpoint Spectrum, and recommend improvements when appropriate.</p><p>• Develop, track, and analyze financial and operational performance metrics to help monitor results and identify areas for improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $125,000 to $150,000. Benefits available with this position include medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurances; participation in the company’s 401(k) plan and 15 days of paid vacation, 5 days of paid sick leave and 10 paid holidays per calendar year.</p>
  • 2026-07-02T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Tacoma, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22 - 26 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in Tacoma, Washington. This position is suited to someone who is organized, detail-focused, and comfortable managing invoice activity with accuracy and consistency. The ideal candidate will help keep accounts payable workflows moving efficiently while maintaining reliable records and timely disbursements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming invoices, assign the correct accounting codes, and prepare them for accurate entry into the payable system.<br>• Process a steady volume of vendor invoices while checking for completeness, proper approvals, and supporting documentation.<br>• Coordinate scheduled payment activity, including check runs, to ensure vendors are paid within established timelines.<br>• Reconcile invoice details against purchase records or internal documentation to identify and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Maintain organized accounts payable files and update transaction records so documentation is easy to retrieve for audit or review purposes.<br>• Communicate with vendors and internal team members to answer payment-related questions and follow up on outstanding issues.<br>• Monitor the status of invoices through the payment cycle and escalate exceptions when approvals, coding, or backup materials are missing.
  • 2026-06-30T00:00:00Z