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15 results for Hr Payroll Specialist in Tukwila, 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
  • Auburn, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 45 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are partnering with a well-established organization in Auburn, WA seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is detail-oriented, and can hit the ground running managing full-cycle payroll.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Process full-cycle, multi-state payroll on a weekly/biweekly basis</li><li>Ensure accuracy of wages, deductions, bonuses, and commissions</li><li>Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws</li><li>Handle payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner</li><li>Prepare payroll reports and support audits as needed</li><li>Collaborate with HR and accounting teams on employee data and changes</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-12T00:00:00Z
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
  • Olympia, 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
HR Recruiter
  • Seattle, WA
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an HR Recruiter to support hiring efforts for a Contract position based in Seattle, Washington. This role is suited for someone who can manage recruiting activities with professionalism, sound judgment, and a high level of independence in a corporate setting. The recruiter will primarily lead hiring for sales-focused roles while also contributing to broader business recruiting needs. Candidates with experience in B2B SaaS organizations, especially those who have worked in startup or renewable energy environments, will be well aligned with this opportunity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead end-to-end recruitment activities for a range of openings, with a primary emphasis on sales and other business-facing positions.<br>• Partner with hiring managers to define role expectations, align on candidate profiles, and move searches forward efficiently.<br>• Source and engage talent with relevant experience through multiple channels to build strong candidate pipelines for current and future hiring needs.<br>• Conduct candidate interviews and assessments to evaluate skills, experience, and overall fit for the role and organization.<br>• Manage recruiting workflows, documentation, and candidate progress within an applicant tracking system.<br>• Provide a thoughtful and consistent experience for candidates and internal stakeholders throughout the hiring process.<br>• Support a limited number of technical searches as needed, including occasional hiring for engineering-related roles.<br>• Collaborate effectively across teams while operating independently and exercising strong judgment in a fast-moving environment.
  • 2026-06-18T00:00:00Z
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
HR Coordinator
  • Arlington, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 20.5865 - 23.837 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an HR Coordinator to join an aerospace organization in Arlington, Washington. This onsite role is a Contract to Permanent opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting employees, managing administrative processes, and helping daily HR operations run efficiently. The position offers hands-on exposure to onboarding, compliance-focused documentation, and employee-facing support within a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Welcome employees, visitors, and contractors while managing sign-in procedures and maintaining an organized front-desk experience for HR.<br>• Keep the HR reception and common areas organized, stocked, and ready for daily use, including forms, refreshments, and office materials.<br>• Administer badge-related activities for employees, vendors, and contractors, ensuring required certifications and records are current.<br>• Coordinate onboarding logistics by preparing orientation materials, organizing binders, arranging lunches, and setting up weekly sessions.<br>• Maintain accurate HR records by scanning, uploading, filing, and organizing personnel documents within company systems and physical files.<br>• Monitor training and onboarding paperwork to ensure forms are completed, tracked, and retained properly.<br>• Post employment opportunities and internal announcements across physical boards and digital channels as needed.<br>• Handle incoming and returned mail, support employee recognition efforts, and assist with additional HR projects and general administrative tasks.
  • 2026-06-22T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • Kent, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 45 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to support HR 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the setup, administration, and ongoing improvement of HR system modules related to benefits, compensation, recruiting, and core HR functions.<br>• Convert operational and business needs into effective system designs, configurations, and scalable technical solutions.<br>• Review HR workflows to identify process improvements, reduce manual effort, and introduce efficient automation where appropriate.<br>• Build and maintain forms, approval paths, business rules, and workflow structures that support compliant and consistent HR operations.<br>• Coordinate testing activities for upgrades, enhancements, and new functionality to confirm system performance and business readiness.<br>• Investigate system issues, resolve defects, and maintain strong data quality, integration performance, and overall platform reliability.<br>• Administer user permissions, complete routine system maintenance, and perform audits, validations, and large-scale data updates as needed.<br>• Produce reports, dashboards, and workforce insights that help leaders make informed decisions and monitor key HR metrics.<br>• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to implement HR technology solutions, support connected enterprise applications, and deliver user training and documentation.
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z
Senior HR Generalist
  • Lynnwood, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24.738 - 28.644 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Senior HR Generalist (Part-Time Contract)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Lynnwood/Shoreline Area, WA</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Part-Time, 20 hours per week (Monday–Friday)</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> Approximately 6 months, with potential for longer-term opportunities</p><p><strong>Work Arrangement:</strong> Primarily onsite with flexibility for a hybrid schedule over time</p><p><strong>Pay Rate:</strong> Up to $31.25/hour</p><p>About the Opportunity</p><p>A mission-driven organization is seeking an experienced Senior HR Generalist to provide hands-on human resources support during a period of organizational transition and growth. This role will partner closely with leadership and an emerging HR team member to ensure continuity of HR operations while helping drive key strategic initiatives.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys balancing project-based work with day-to-day employee support in a collaborative, service-oriented environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Support the implementation and transition to a new Human Resources Information System (HRIS)</li><li>Partner with leadership to facilitate HR process improvements and operational efficiencies</li><li>Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, including coaching managers and assisting with employee concerns</li><li>Help establish and document HR policies, procedures, and best practices</li><li>Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, including Washington State regulations</li><li>Assist with organizational change initiatives and workforce planning efforts</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve HR processes and employee experience</li><li>Provide general HR support as needed across multiple work locations</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-22T00:00:00Z
HR Generalist
  • Sultan, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24.5385 - 28.413 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Senior HR Generalist (Contract)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Monroe, WA</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM</p><p><strong>Work Arrangement:</strong> Fully Onsite</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> Approximately 90 Days</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> Up to $31.00/hour</p><p>About the Opportunity</p><p>We are partnering with a mission-driven organization seeking a hands-on Senior HR Generalist to provide immediate support across key Human Resources functions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys balancing employee support, recruitment, onboarding, and compliance-related responsibilities while making an immediate impact.</p><p>The ideal candidate is resourceful, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination, and offer support</li><li>Facilitate onboarding activities and ensure a positive new hire experience</li><li>Provide support related to employee leaves of absence and workplace accommodations</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation</li><li>Assist with HRIS administration and employee data management</li><li>Partner with leadership and employees on day-to-day HR matters</li><li>Support compliance with federal, state, and company policies and procedures</li><li>Assist with additional HR projects and initiatives as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-22T00:00:00Z
HR Coordinator (Generalist Support)
  • Seattle, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an HR Coordinator (Generalist Support) to provide broad operational and administrative support across the employee lifecycle in Seattle, Washington. This Long-term Contract position will help deliver an organized onboarding experience, maintain accurate HR records, and assist with recruiting coordination in a fast-moving, collaborative environment. The role also contributes to process improvement efforts, supports performance-related activities, and assists with select office and company event coordination.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate onboarding activities to create a seamless and well-organized onboarding experience from pre-employment through start date<br>• Maintain accurate employee information across HR systems, including personnel records, payroll-related details, and leave or accrual balances<br>• Review and reconcile data across platforms, investigate inconsistencies, and resolve issues affecting employee records, payroll, and HR reporting<br>• Support talent acquisition activities by arranging interviews, communicating with candidates, and assisting the recruiting team as staffing needs evolve<br>• Update and maintain applicant data within Greenhouse to help ensure accurate tracking and smooth recruiting workflows<br>• Contribute to HR system enhancement efforts and help improve internal processes related to training, compliance, and operational efficiency<br>• Provide administrative support for performance management activities and other recurring HR programs<br>• Partner with employees and internal teams to keep HR processes running smoothly in a hands-on, cross-functional setting<br>• Assist with light office coordination for the workspace and help organize company events held during the year
  • 2026-06-23T00:00:00Z
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>
  • 2026-06-09T00:00:00Z
Senior Human Resources Manager
  • Bellevue, WA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 126000 - 144000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Hannah Hudson with Robert Half is looking for an experienced Senior Human Resources Manager to lead key people operations in Bellevue, Washington. This role will support employee relations, benefits administration, onboarding, and core HR processes while helping maintain accurate HR systems and records. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to guide both employees and managers through day-to-day human resources matters.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Guide managers and employees on workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and employee relations matters to promote a respectful and compliant work environment.</p><p>• Oversee daily HR administration, including personnel documentation, policy updates, record maintenance, and support for routine employee lifecycle activities.</p><p>• Manage benefits-related processes by assisting with enrollments, answering employee questions, and coordinating with vendors to resolve issues efficiently.</p><p>• Lead onboarding activities for new hires, ensuring paperwork, orientation steps, and system access are completed accurately and on time.</p><p>• Maintain and update HRIS data to support reporting accuracy, employee record integrity, and smooth execution of HR operations.</p><p>• Partner with leadership to address performance concerns, workplace issues, and other sensitive personnel matters with professionalism and discretion.</p><p>• Monitor HR procedures for compliance with applicable employment laws, company policies, and internal standards.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvements within HR operations, including implementation-related tasks or administrative changes when needed.</p><p><br></p><p>Salary Range: $90,000 to $144,000</p><p>Bonus: Yes</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><p>Medical: Yes</p><p>Vision: Yes</p><p>Dental: Yes</p><p>Life and Disability Insurance: Yes</p><p>Retirement Plans: Yes</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Paid Time Off</strong></p><p>Paid Vacation: Up to 22 days</p><p>Paid Holidays: 11 days</p><p>Sick leave: Up to 22 days</p><p><br></p><p>Please reach out to Hannah Hudson with Robert Half to review this position. Job Order: 04400-0013443567</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-26T00:00:00Z
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