Payroll Specialist

Description We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Seattle, Washington. The ideal candidate will excel in managing payroll processes with precision and efficiency, ensuring compliance with multi-state regulations and union requirements.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise in payroll systems and tax reconciliation.

Responsibilities:

- Process and manage payroll operations for employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

- Reconcile payroll data with state taxes to maintain accurate records and resolve discrepancies.

- Handle union payroll requirements, including contract-specific calculations and reporting.

- Utilize People Soft and other payroll systems to streamline payroll processing.

- Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll-related inquiries and provide timely resolutions.

- Prepare and submit payroll tax filings, adhering to federal, state, and local regulations.

- Leverage Microsoft Excel for detailed payroll analysis and reporting.

- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.

- Generate and analyze payroll reports to support audits and financial reviews.

- Assist in improving payroll processes and implementing best practices. Requirements - Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll processing, including multi-state operations.

- Proficiency in handling union payroll requirements and related calculations.

- Strong knowledge of payroll tax reconciliation and compliance.

- Experience working with People Soft or similar payroll systems.

- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.

- Familiarity with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.

- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

- Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with team members.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays.

The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at

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