Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk in the heart of Seattle! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage accurate and timely payroll processing for 500+ employees. This hybrid role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth in a fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about precision and compliance, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish wage deductions for taxes, benefits, and court orders
- Reconcile payroll general ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies
- Prepare and file federal/state payroll tax forms (941, 940, W-2)
- Manage employee time-off requests and PTO accrual tracking
- Respond to payroll inquiries with clear documentation
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
Qualifications
- 3+ years payroll processing experience with multi-state operations
- Proficiency in ADP, QuickBooks, or similar payroll software
- Deep knowledge of FLSA, IRS, and Washington state labor laws
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, macros)
- CPP certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Strong written communication for policy documentation