Payroll Specialist

Alaskan Copper • Kent, WA

4h • Onsite

About The Position

This position consists of routine work assignments with occasional variations. Requires the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. Requires strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills. Works under moderate supervision with established procedures and guidelines. Responsible for processing biweekly payroll, auditing payroll data, calculating adjustments, maintaining payroll records, and preparing payroll-related reports. Serves as backup support for salaried and Canadian payroll processing.

Requirements

• Application must be filled out completely by the applicant.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Minimum of three years of payroll processing experience preferred.
• Excellent data entry, 10-key, and mathematical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other business software applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse workforce.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Detail oriented, organized, and capable of working independently.
• Knowledge of payroll compliance requirements, wage and hour regulations, and payroll tax practices.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with an automated time collection system.
• Experience processing multi-union and multi-state payrolls for organizations with 250+ employees.
• Experience with Dayforce/Ceridian and DOS systems preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally via email, telephone, and in person.
• Familiarity with garnishment administration and payroll reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end processing of multi-state biweekly payroll for hourly employees.
• Ensure accurate calculation and withholding of federal, state, and local taxes, as well as voluntary and involuntary deductions (e.g., medical benefits, 401(k), court-ordered garnishments).
• Manage, update, and troubleshoot employee data within the payroll system, including rate changes, new hire setups, terminations, and department transfers.
• Conduct routine pre- and post-payroll audits to verify hours, rate changes, and retro-pay calculations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll inquiries, resolve discrepancies promptly, and explain payroll deductions and tax-related matters in a professional and customer-focused manner.
• Generate payroll, labor distribution, attendance, and related reports for management, Accounting, and Human Resources.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the payroll manager.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Life insurance and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k).

What This Job Offers

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