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Payroll Specialist

Seattle, WA
remote
Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a non-profit organization through a contract assignment. This position will manage end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population across multiple states while helping maintain accuracy, compliance, and timely pay administration. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll expertise, confidence working in ADP Workforce Now, and the ability to navigate high-volume payroll operations with precision. Responsibilities: • Process complete payroll cycles for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring wages, deductions, and adjustments are handled accurately and on schedule. • Administer payroll activities across multiple states while following applicable tax regulations, wage laws, and reporting requirements. • Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, review, validate, and finalize payroll data for regular and off-cycle runs. • Audit payroll records to identify discrepancies, resolve payment issues, and maintain reliable employee compensation data. • Coordinate with internal partners to gather timekeeping, earnings, benefits, and deduction information needed for accurate payroll completion. • Prepare payroll-related reports and support documentation for leadership, finance, and compliance needs. • Respond to employee payroll questions in a thorough manner and investigate issues involving pay, taxes, or withholdings. • Support payroll-related process updates and system activities as needed to maintain efficient operations.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Olympia, WA
onsite
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

Kent, WA
onsite
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

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>
2026-07-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Tacoma, WA
onsite
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 Administrator

Tacoma, WA
onsite
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
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specalist

Tacoma, WA
onsite
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
onsite
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 Specialist

Kent, WA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment in Kent, Washington on a Contract basis. This onsite role supports high-volume invoice processing, payment activity, and month-end close work while helping keep vendor transactions accurate and timely. The position is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing detailed accounts payable tasks, working across purchase order and expense invoices, and using accounting systems and Excel to stay organized. Responsibilities: • Review the accounts payable inbox each day and organize incoming invoices for timely processing and approval. • Process a large daily volume of invoices, including purchase order, inventory, and non-PO expense transactions, with strong attention to coding accuracy. • Match invoices to supporting documentation and route items through the appropriate approval workflow. • Enter vendor expenses into the accounting system and maintain complete, accurate records for payment processing. • Support payment operations by preparing check runs and assisting with ACH-related accounts payable activity as needed. • Reconcile accounts payable records, investigate discrepancies, and help resolve vendor or internal billing issues. • Contribute to month-end close by validating payable balances and assisting with related reconciliations. • Use Excel tools such as lookups and pivot tables to track invoice activity, analyze data, and support reporting needs. • Work within Dynamics 365 to maintain efficient invoice processing in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk with Workday

Auburn, WA
onsite
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

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. 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.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Medical Billing Specialist

Tacoma, WA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
22.1635 - 25.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist to support healthcare revenue cycle operations in Tacoma, Washington. This Long-term Contract position focuses on accurate claim submission, payment follow-up, and account resolution while helping maintain timely reimbursement. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of medical billing workflows, coding practices, collections activity, and claims processing, along with the ability to work efficiently within electronic payer systems such as ePACES. Responsibilities: • Prepare and submit medical claims accurately and promptly to insurance carriers and other payers. • Review billing information for completeness, correct coding, and compliance with payer requirements before transmission. • Investigate denied, rejected, or delayed claims and take appropriate action to secure reimbursement. • Follow up on outstanding balances by coordinating with insurers, patients, and internal teams to resolve account issues. • Perform collection activities on unpaid claims while maintaining professionalism and adherence to applicable guidelines. • Use ePACES and related billing platforms to verify claim status, update account details, and document actions taken. • Reconcile payments, adjustments, and account activity to ensure billing records remain accurate and current.
2026-08-07T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Assistant

Everett, WA
onsite
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.
2026-08-05T00:00:00Z