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Payroll Specialist –

Location: South Seattle (On-site)
Salary Range: $56,160–$72,800 DOE

Are you an experienced payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in accuracy, organization, and confidentiality? We’re currently seeking a Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume, multi-state payroll process for a construction-based team located in South Seattle.

This is a full-time, on-site opportunity offering stability, growth potential, and a collaborative environment where your attention to detail and knowledge of payroll practices will make an immediate impact.

Overview of the Payroll Specialist Role:

As a Payroll Specialist, you’ll be responsible for a variety of payroll and administrative tasks, including:

• Performing accurate data entry using calculators/10-key, word processing, spreadsheets, and database systems
• Supporting the weekly processing and distribution of multi-state payroll
• Creating and maintaining employee records including new hires, status changes, transfers, and terminations
• Preparing and maintaining garnishment and other deduction records
• Verifying and auditing timekeeping records for compliance and accuracy
• Scanning, coding, and indexing payroll records into the document management system (CDM)
• Preparing weekly certified payroll reports and monthly/annual union reports
• Remitting union-related payments including fringe benefits, dues, and initiation fees
• Interpreting multi-state collective bargaining agreements
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of all payroll and compensation data
• Supporting safe work practices and promoting an Incident and Injury Free (IIF) work environment

Preferred Qualification for the Payroll Specialists:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 3 years of related payroll experience
• Working knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Familiarity with Sage and/or CMiC payroll systems preferred

This Payroll Specialist position is ideal for someone who values structure, consistency, and being part of a team that supports critical payroll functions in a busy, hands-on environment. You'll work on-site in South Seattle and be a vital part of keeping payroll processes running smoothly and accurately.

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