Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in Vancouver, Washington. In this long-term contract role, you will manage payroll functions for a diverse organization, ensuring accurate and timely processing for both unionized and non-unionized employees. This position offers an opportunity to work with complex payroll systems and contribute to maintaining compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, generate, and analyze payroll reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Review and validate data within the time management and payroll systems to identify discrepancies.
• Process biweekly payroll, including compiling timekeeping records, managing personnel changes, and issuing manual checks as required.
• Develop and maintain documentation for payroll procedures and any modifications to processes.
• Stay informed about legislative changes impacting payroll, including taxes, garnishments, and benefit taxation.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll processing to meet deadlines and compliance standards.
• Investigate and resolve complex payroll and tax-related issues efficiently.
• Collaborate with teams across Payroll, Human Resources, Finance, and other departments to support organizational goals.