Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk at Pacific Northwest Financial Group. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for our growing Seattle workforce. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Verify time records and resolve discrepancies with department managers
- Prepare and file federal, state, and local payroll tax returns
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and voluntary benefits enrollment
- Generate payroll reports for internal stakeholders and auditors
- Maintain compliance with FLSA, IRS regulations, and company policies
- Support year-end processing including W-2 distribution and 1099 filings
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience with multi-state operations
- Proficiency in ADP, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP/Pivot Tables)
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) or PHR certification preferred
- Strong understanding of FLSA, DOL, and Washington state labor laws
- Exceptional attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Experience with garnishment administration and tax filing
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field