Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Kenmore, Washington. In this role, you will oversee payroll operations and benefits administration while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and policies. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with expertise in payroll systems and a strong commitment to service excellence.

Responsibilities :

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and efficiently using ADP Workforce Now.
• Verify employee hours, pay rates, deductions, and paid time off balances to ensure payroll accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws as well as company-specific policies.
• Handle payroll updates such as new hires, terminations, and pay adjustments.
• Generate and review payroll reports for accuracy and perform necessary reconciliations.
• Maintain secure and organized payroll documentation to uphold confidentiality.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and 401(k).
• Manage benefit enrollments, terminations, and changes while coordinating with carriers and brokers.
• Reconcile monthly benefits invoices and assist with timely payment processing.
• Support open enrollment activities and communicate benefit updates to employees.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration.
• Proficiency with full-cycle and multi-state payroll processes.
• Advanced knowledge of ADP Workforce Now and its functionalities.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Proven ability to manage employee benefits programs effectively.
• High level of skill in Excel and other Office Suite applications.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in aviation or safety-sensitive industries is preferred.