Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Redmond, Washington. This role is a Contract-to-continuous position and offers the opportunity to manage payroll processes for a large workforce while ensuring accuracy and compliance. If you thrive in a detail-oriented environment and enjoy working with payroll systems, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

Responsibilities :

• Process payroll three times per month for approximately 800 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage the complete payroll cycle, including post-payroll funding and reconciliation.
• Assist with year-end payroll activities, including reporting and compliance tasks.
• Handle day-to-day payroll operations, which involve manual processes and detailed attention to data accuracy.
• Utilize Excel for advanced data management, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and formulas.
• Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll regulations and processes.
• Collaborate with team members to address payroll-related questions and resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for audits and reporting purposes.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives to streamline payroll operations.
• Proven experience in full-cycle payroll management, including multi-state payroll.
• Proficiency in Excel, with the ability to perform VLOOKUPs, create pivot tables, and use formulas effectively.
• Familiarity with payroll systems
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in payroll processing.
• Ability to handle payroll for a workforce of over 500 employees.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to asking questions and resolving issues.
• Knowledge of payroll compliance regulations and year-end reporting requirements.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and address employee inquiries.