Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Richland, WA

Full-time, Non-Exempt

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

Guiding our community members to live their best lives, even and especially through the end of life.

Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is the recognized source for expert guidance during a crisis, at and through life's end, and following a loss.

Accessibility, Integrity, Achievement, Supportive Environment

The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for the comprehensive administration of the agency’s bi-weekly payroll. This includes employee setup/termination/maintenance, setup of benefits in the system and making annual updates, providing reporting on voluntary deductions, training and answering staff questions, creating system reports, researching questions, and ensuring that the bi-weekly payroll is correct and accurate. Reconciles invoices for employee benefits to deductions and provide to Accounts Payable.

Ensure that quarterly filings and annual W2 statements are completed on time and accurate. Administer agencies 401K plan through working with employees and third parties to set up accounts and deductions, and outside parties for reporting, payment, and audits. Other duties include creating the daily deposit, posting entries into the general ledger, and supporting other accounting functions for the agency.

• Certification or Associate Degree in Finance or Accounting or a closely related field. Equivalent education and experience will be considered.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong customer service skills.
• Good research and analysis abilities.
• Ability to report to the assigned work location(s) as scheduled and maintain consistent, reliable attendance.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• Experience with ADP, KRONOS, Paylocity payroll systems.
• Knowledge of payroll, garnishments, and benefits distributions.

At Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, we’re committed to providing compassionate care and support to individuals and families during life’s most challenging times. We invite you to be part of our mission and contribute to meaningful work that touches the heart of our community.

• Purpose-Driven Work:
  Be part of a team that makes a real difference in patients’ and families' lives.
• Supportive Environment:
  Thrive in a collaborative and caring atmosphere.
• Professional Growth:
  Access opportunities for learning and career development.

$20.63-$26.63/hour

At Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, we carefully establish pay ranges for our positions by taking various factors into account, including education, certifications, knowledge, skills, experience, internal equity, and market conditions. These ranges are tailored to match the diverse programs and services we offer. Our goal is to ensure fair compensation for candidates based on these factors while maintaining internal peer equity.

• Vacation:
  Accrued each pay period based on your hours worked.
• Sick Leave:
  Accrued in accordance with Washington State Sick Leave Law.
• Wellness Days:
  After completion of the 90-day introductory period, employees may convert up to two (2) accrued sick days annually into wellness days.
• Paid Holidays:
  Ten (10) paid agency observed holidays per year, available upon hire.
• Bereavement Leave:
  Three (3) days for the loss of an immediate family member. Two (2) days for the loss of a household pet or service animal.
• Community Volunteer Day (Yay Day):
  One (1) paid day annually for volunteer service, granted each January.
• Health Insurance Benefits (Effective the first of the month following date of hire):
  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Employe…