Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Pacific Northwest Financial Group, a leading payroll solutions provider in the Pacific Northwest. We're seeking a meticulous Senior Payroll Clerk to ensure accurate and timely compensation for our diverse workforce of 500+ employees. This hybrid role (3 days in Portland office) offers exceptional growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) matching.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish wage deductions for taxes, benefits, and court-ordered payments
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies with 401(k) providers
- Prepare quarterly tax filings (Form 941) and annual W-2 distributions
- Implement new state/local tax regulations (e.g., Oregon Paid Leave)
- Audit time records and commission calculations for accuracy
- Train junior staff on payroll compliance procedures
Qualifications
- 5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
- ADP Workforce Now certification required
- Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)
- Knowledge of FLSA, Oregon labor laws, and ACA compliance
- BS in Accounting or Finance preferred
- Experience with garnishment processing and year-end reporting
- Proven ability to manage confidential employee data