Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Pacific Financial Solutions and kickstart your career with an exclusive $5,000 sign-on bonus! We're seeking a meticulous Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate and timely compensation for our 500+ employees across the Pacific Northwest. This hybrid role (3 days in-office, 2 remote) offers growth opportunities in a supportive environment with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and professional development stipends. Help us maintain compliance with federal and state regulations while optimizing payroll processes for our expanding workforce.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish wages for deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies with precision
- Ensure compliance with federal (FLSA), state (OR BOLI), and local regulations
- Manage year-end reporting (W-2s, 1099s) and audit preparations
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and payroll-related inquiries
- Implement process improvements using Excel and payroll analytics tools
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience with ADP/Workday systems
- Proficiency in Oregon payroll tax laws and multi-state compliance
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification preferred
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and data analysis capabilities
- Exceptional attention to detail with 100% accuracy in payroll processing
- Strong problem-solving skills for resolving payroll discrepancies
- Experience with HRIS integration and timekeeping systems