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8 results for Payroll Specialistadministrator 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
  • 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>
  • 2026-06-25T00:00:00Z
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 & Benefits Specialist
  • Issaquah, WA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll &amp; Benefits Specialist to support payroll, benefits, and core HR operations for a growing organization in Preston, Washington. This role combines hands-on payroll administration with employee support, compliance coordination, and selected accounting duties. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment when handling sensitive matters, and the ability to work across payroll, benefits, and finance processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for employees across applicable jurisdictions, ensuring accurate pay, deductions, and benefit withholdings are completed on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare and validate payroll records for year-end reporting, including tax documentation, retirement contributions, and related reconciliations.</p><p>• Respond to employee and manager questions regarding pay, taxes, deductions, and benefits, resolving issues promptly and professionally.</p><p>• Support hiring and workforce planning efforts by partnering with leaders on recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, retention, and succession-related activities.</p><p>• Advise managers on employee relations matters and help carry out established HR procedures involving accommodations, investigations, disciplinary actions, and separations when needed.</p><p>• Evaluate compensation and benefits trends, recommend program updates, and help maintain competitive offerings that support attraction and retention goals.</p><p>• Coordinate training activities in partnership with internal stakeholders to support employee development and operational quality standards.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with employment laws and HR best practices by reviewing policies, monitoring regulatory requirements, and supporting documentation needs.</p><p>• Complete assigned accounting tasks such as daily cash reporting, bank and general ledger reconciliations, non-purchase-order invoice processing, and audit support for financial, insurance, and retirement plan reviews.</p><p>• Contribute to special projects and cross-functional initiatives as requested by senior leadership or the Controller.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $90,000.</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 w/ match</p><p>15 days PTO</p><p>8 paid holidays</p>
  • 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z
Payroll Supervisor/Manager
  • Auburn, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 35 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor/Manager to support payroll operations for a high-volume workforce in Auburn, Washington. This Long-term Contract position will oversee accurate, timely payroll processing across multiple states while helping maintain compliance with payroll regulations and company policies. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, hands-on payroll expertise, and deep familiarity with ADP Workforce Now in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead end-to-end payroll administration for a large employee population, ensuring each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Manage bi-monthly payroll processing activities, including review of earnings, deductions, taxes, and adjustments before final submission.<br>• Oversee multi-state payroll operations and help ensure compliance with applicable wage, hour, and tax requirements in each jurisdiction.<br>• Supervise payroll workflows, resolve escalated payroll issues, and provide guidance to team members on complex payroll matters.<br>• Maintain payroll records and audit reports to support accuracy, internal controls, and readiness for compliance reviews.<br>• Partner with HR, finance, and other internal stakeholders to address employee changes, payroll discrepancies, and reporting needs.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll processing, reporting, and data validation across the payroll cycle.<br>• Support payroll-related process improvements and assist with system or workflow updates when needed to strengthen operational efficiency.
  • 2026-07-02T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Seattle, WA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day financial operations in Seattle, Washington. This position focuses on maintaining accurate payment processing, reviewing expenses, and keeping vendor accounts current while providing dependable administrative support. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle the full cycle of payable activity by reviewing, coding, and entering invoices with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Compare vendor account statements against internal records, investigate variances, and coordinate resolution of outstanding issues.</p><p>• Examine employee expense submissions to confirm proper documentation, coding, and compliance before processing.</p><p>• Provide billing support by posting costs, updating pre-bills, preparing invoices for submission through outside billing platforms, and maintaining related Excel trackers.</p><p>• Organize and retain payment records, invoice files, and transaction documentation so information is easy to access and audit-ready.</p><p>• Assist with routine office coverage and provide backup support for general administrative tasks when needed.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $65,000.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>Medical/Dental/Vision</p><p>Life and AD&amp;D insurance</p><p>401k with match</p><p>2 weeks PTO</p><p>6 paid holidays</p>
  • 2026-06-16T00:00:00Z
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