Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Portland Financial Solutions, a leading payroll processing firm dedicated to accuracy and client satisfaction. We're seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to manage end-to-end payroll operations for our diverse client portfolio. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in Portland's thriving business district.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 150+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish wages for tax withholdings, benefits, and deductions
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies with bank statements
- Generate payroll reports for management and external audits
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
- Onboard new employees and update payroll records in HRIS systems
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries within 24 hours
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience with multi-state operations
- Proficiency in ADP, QuickBooks, or comparable payroll software
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification preferred
- Advanced knowledge of FLSA, FICA, and Oregon state labor laws
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Exceptional attention to detail with 0% error rate in prior roles
- Strong analytical skills for reconciling complex payroll discrepancies