Payroll Specialist

Accounting and Finance Recruiter | Portland, OR - LHH Recruitment Solutions

Position: Payroll Specialist

Location: Tigard, OR

Job Type: Contract to hire (3-6 months), Fully onsite, Full Time

We have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Specialist to join our client in Tigard, OR. As an ideal candidate, you should have a minimum of 8 years’ experience in full cycle payroll and possess strong Excel skills (pivot tables and VLOOKUPS).

Responsibilities:

• Managing full cycle payroll in a team for a medium-size company (400+)
• Maintain and verify the accuracy of all employees and payroll data within the payroll system.
• Safeguard sensitive employee information and uphold strict confidentiality standards.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.
• Support year-end payroll functions, including tax filings and reporting (e.g., W-2s, union reports).
• Assist the HR department with key functions such as recruiting, onboarding, benefits administration, and employee terminations.
• Perform other related duties as needed to support the payroll and HR functions.

Requirements:

• A minimum of eight years’ experience handling payroll across multiple states, including payroll for at least 200 employees.
• High attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy and timeliness.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits vary depending on employer. Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law;

and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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