HR Payroll Specialist

Columbia Bank•Tacoma, WA

7d•$28 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

A Payroll Specialist I ensures accurate processing and recording of the Bank’s payroll, provides timely and accurate financial information, and participates in daily data entry for payroll processing. Perform daily payroll department operations Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and on time Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports Understand proper taxation of employer paid benefits Process correct garnishment calculations and compliance Execute time and attendance processing and interface with payroll Process compliance procedures for unclaimed property payroll checks Process accurate and timely year-end reporting when necessary (e.g., W-2, W-2c) Load import files received from HR (All Companies) Research and email appropriate audience of file issues Other responsibilities as assigned Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes. Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training. Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description. May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert. Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words. Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate. Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice” May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Some experience processing a multi-state payroll (Required)
Strong PC skills, including developing proficiency with Excel
Strong work ethic and team player
High degree of professionalism
Ability to sensitively deal with confidential material
Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills
Ability to communicate with various levels of management
Decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of federal and state regulations (Preferred)
Working knowledge of payroll systems (Preferred)
Learning payroll best practices

Responsibilities

Perform daily payroll department operations
Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and on time
Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports
Understand proper taxation of employer paid benefits
Process correct garnishment calculations and compliance
Execute time and attendance processing and interface with payroll
Process compliance procedures for unclaimed property payroll checks
Process accurate and timely year-end reporting when necessary (e.g., W-2, W-2c)
Load import files received from HR (All Companies)
Research and email appropriate audience of file issues
Other responsibilities as assigned
Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities
Keeps up to date on regulation changes
Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training
Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description
May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert
Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words
Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate
Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice”
May perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Tuition assistance
Mental health resources
Identity theft protection
Legal support
Auto and home insurance
Pet insurance
Access to an online discount marketplace
Paid vacation
Sick days
Volunteer days
Holidays