Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist – Anchorage, AK

Paid $70,000 - $80,000 annually. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the timely processing of payroll, tax compliance filings, and maintenance of payroll records across multiple entities in Alaska and North Dakota.

• Manage end‑to‑end weekly payroll processing for multiple entities.
• Perform detailed data entry, review, and account reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
• Administer employee deductions for voluntary benefits, tax with holdings, and retirement contributions.
• Maintain and update employee payroll data, including new hires, terminations, salary adjustments, garnishments, and direct deposit information.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws; prepare and file payroll tax returns (Form 941, W‑2s, etc.).
• Stay informed of changes in payroll legislation and tax rates.
• Assist in internal and external payroll audits.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and personnel action files.
• Generate standard and ad‑hoc payroll reports.
• Support system upgrades, testing, and implementation of payroll process improvements.
• Address employee inquiries; collaborate with HR on onboarding, offboarding, and leave calculations; administer garnishments, child support, and voluntary deductions.

• Minimum 2 years of hands‑on payroll processing experience.
• Proficiency with payroll software and strong knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data validation).
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines while handling confidential information.
• Strong analytical and time‑management skills in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) – preferred.
• Experience with multi‑state payroll, union payroll or government contractor requirements – preferred.
• Familiarity with HRIS integrations and Sage 300 CRE – preferred.

• Low‑deductible health, dental, and vision insurance (100% premium paid by employer for employees and legal dependents).
• 401(k) deferral option.
• Paid vacation and holidays.

Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM (1‑hour lunch). Flexible scheduling may be considered.

This is an in‑person position; remote work or hybrid options are not available. Preference will be given to candidates residing in Anchorage or the surrounding area.