Payroll Accounting Specialist

Aston Carter • Auburn, WA

1d • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Accounting Specialist supports payroll and accounting operations by owning the payroll process and ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time in compliance with company policies and payroll regulations. The role also contributes to accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end accounting activities, with opportunities to broaden accounting knowledge through exposure to AP, AR, and general ledger functions.

This is a full-time, on-site role at a manufacturing facility in Auburn, Washington. The schedule is Monday through Friday, approximately 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Overtime is not typically allowed. The work environment is production-oriented, direct, and fast-paced. The position uses standard office and accounting tools, including Excel and accounting software such as CenterPoint. The role is contract-to-hire, and the stated pay range is $25.00–$30.00 per hour. The organization offers a pathway to assume broader accounting responsibilities as leadership transitions.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of full-cycle payroll experience.
• Demonstrated experience independently processing payroll and managing payroll-related employee inquiries.
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, payroll reporting, and payroll reconciliations.
• Working knowledge of general accounting principles.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage recurring deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and financial information.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Comfort working in a direct, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, or other accounting functions.

Responsibilities

• Own and process biweekly payroll for approximately 100 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with payroll regulations and company policies.
• Maintain employee payroll records, earnings and deductions, direct deposits, garnishments, and payroll-related documentation.
• Research, resolve, and respond to payroll-related questions and discrepancies.
• Assist with payroll reporting, payroll reconciliations, tax-related documentation, and audit requests.
• Cross-train and support benefits administration, employee onboarding, and leave of absence processes.
• Process accounts payable invoices, verify supporting documentation, and code expenses to appropriate general ledger accounts.
• Assist with vendor maintenance, payment processing, and AP reconciliations.
• Process customer invoices, post payments, and support accounts receivable activities.
• Assist with customer and vendor inquiries related to billing and payment matters.
• Manage corporate credit card transactions, coding, payments, and reconciliations.
• Support month-end close activities, including account reconciliations, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and other accounting schedules.
• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll and accounting records.
• Collaborate with team members to improve payroll and accounting processes and support departmental efficiency.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical insurance.
• Employer-sponsored dental insurance.
• Employer-sponsored vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Paid time off.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage may be available, subject to eligibility.
• Short- and long-term disability may be available, subject to eligibility.
• Health Spending Account (HSA) may be available, subject to eligibility.
• Transportation benefits may be available, subject to eligibility.
• Employee Assistance Program may be available, subject to eligibility.
• Vacation or sick leave may be available, subject to eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed