Payroll Clerk

Payroll Specialist

Klamath Falls, OR
Temporary Position | Full-Time | $25.47/hour

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting for a Payroll Specialist to join our client’s team on a temporary basis. This is a great opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who is detail-oriented, comfortable working with confidential information, and understands payroll reporting and compliance.

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll reports for state and federal agencies.
• Reconcile payroll deductions, benefits, vendor invoices, and payroll liability accounts.
• Complete required payroll tax and regulatory reporting, including quarterly and annual reports.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and make corrections as needed.
• Process third-party payroll payments and related documentation.
• Assist with PERS reporting.
• Support Payroll Clerk I duties when needed.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with applicable policies, regulations, and agreements.
• Respond to payroll-related questions and requests for information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous payroll experience with a strong understanding of payroll processes and reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with confidential information professionally.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while also being a supportive team member.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with payroll, accounting, HR, or financial software.
• An Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  Five years of related experience and/or training may be considered in place of a degree.
• Current Oregon driver's license.

Experience with spreadsheets, word processing, accounting or financial software, HR systems, and payroll systems is preferred.

Experience with
Springbrook Payroll is a plus.

• Full-time, Monday-Friday
• 8-hour shifts; exact schedule determined by management
• Must be dependable and consistently punctual
• Successful candidate must pass a criminal background check
• Drug screening may be required