Human Resources Payroll Administrator

Overview

Now in our fourth generation of leadership, the Clise Family’s 136-year legacy of innovation lives on. Dedicated to driving the Puget Sound’s future forward, we create vibrant spaces to live, work and gather. As owners and managers of 2.3+ million square feet, we take pride in our responsive service, dedication to our extended family of more than 500 tenants and residents, and our commitment to delivering an exceptional real estate experience.

The Human Resources (HR)/Payroll Administrator supports the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources function with a focus on payroll processing, employee data management, compliance, and administrative support. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll execution, maintains HR records, assists employees with Human Resources- and payroll-related inquiries, and supports broader HR initiatives that contribute to a positive employee experience.

• Process semi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Enter, validate, and audit payroll data including timesheets, new hires, terminations, promotions, and compensation changes.
• Review and reconcile payroll reports to ensure accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.
• Maintain working knowledge of Seattle-specific labor laws and pay practices.
• Leverage approved AI tools to streamline payroll quality checks with human oversight and documented controls.
• Manage payroll deductions, garnishments, benefits contributions, and tax with holdings.
• Respond to employee payroll questions and troubleshoot issues.

• Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS and ensure data integrity.
• Support onboarding and offboarding workflows.
• Assist with annual processes such as open enrollment, policy updates, or compliance audits.
• Prepare standard Human Resources reports and support HR metrics tracking.

• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee information, payroll data, and Human Resources records.
• Ensure adherence to employment laws and company policies.
• Support the HR/Payroll Manager in preparing materials for benefits and 401(k) broker meetings, including prior renewal data, employee feedback, and usage reporting.
• Support internal and external audits as needed.

• 2–4 years of Human Resources, payroll, or related administrative experience.
• Working knowledge of payroll practices and employment laws.
• Experience with HRIS/payroll systems.
• Strong attention to detail and data integrity.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

• Experience processing payroll for Washington-based workforce.
• Familiarity with Washington State and Seattle labor/payroll laws.
• Experience with benefits administration.
• Working knowledge of applying AI in Human Resources/payroll workflows.
• Human Resources certification such as SHRM-CP or PHR is a plus.
• Confidentiality and professionalism
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Organizational and multitasking skills
• Employee-focused communication
• AI literacy and validation of AI-assisted outputs

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times (files, office supplies).
• Must be able to move throughout the office to access files, equipment, and meet with employees.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401(K) with company match
• Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, and Voluntary Life
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program
• Medical and Dependent Care FSA - Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-paid Parking
• 10 1/2 paid Holidays
• Vacation – to be determined by experience level
• Sick - 56 hours per year

Clise Properties is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.