Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Northwest Financial Solutions as a Payroll Clerk! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage accurate and timely payroll processing for our diverse workforce in Portland's thriving business district. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment where your expertise makes a tangible impact on employee satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish wage deductions, taxes, and benefits contributions
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies in real-time
- Prepare and file federal/state payroll tax filings quarterly
- Generate payroll reports for management and HR compliance
- Onboard new hires with payroll setup and documentation
- Ensure compliance with FLSA, IRS, and Oregon labor regulations
Qualifications
- 3+ years of US payroll processing experience
- Proficiency with ADP, Paychex, or equivalent payroll software
- Deep knowledge of federal/state tax laws and garnishment rules
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Business or equivalent experience
- Advanced Excel skills with pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
- CPP or FPC certification preferred
- Ability to handle confidential data with discretion
- Strong problem-solving and multi-tasking abilities