Payroll Specialist

$66,560 - $72,800/Yr

Lee Hecht Harrison - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Seattle, WA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for processing payroll for a small construction company, acting as the sole payroll contributor. This role requires a high level of attention to detail and accuracy, particularly in handling union payroll. The position is temporary to hire and will initially be fully onsite until training is completed.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for about 200 employees
• Respond to and resolve employee inquiries
• Reconcile payroll accounts to the general ledger
• Handle new hire processing and maintain employee files
• Prepare quarterly payroll tax filings
• Assist with benefits administration and reports

Requirements

• At least five years of payroll processing experience
• Knowledge of payroll processing systems, such as Workday or UKG
• Professional communication skills
• Ability to deal with confidential information discreetly
• Able to work independently and with other internal employees

Benefits

• Commuter assistance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays