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Payroll Specialist

Tacoma, WA 98405

Posted: 10/02/2024 Employment Type: Temporary Industry: Accounting / Bookkeeping Job Number: CN419851102 Pay Rate: $26-38 / hour

Job Description

West Sound Workforce is partnering with a leading non-profit behavioral health facility to find a dedicated Payroll Specialist to support their accounting team through March 2025. In this uplifting, collaborative environment, you’ll be part of an interdisciplinary team committed to providing essential services to the community. This state-of-the-art facility serves as a beacon of hope, addressing critical behavioral health needs.

As the Payroll Specialist, you will manage payroll for both union and non-union employees, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in high-volume payroll processing. Strong computer skills and demonstrated understanding of confidentiality and professionalism are essential for success in this role.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment and are ready to contribute to an organization that values compassion and excellence, we encourage you to apply!

Shift Information:
  • Monday-Thursday 8am-4:30pm
What you will do as Payroll Specialist:
  • Edit, process and verify payroll bi-weekly
  • Ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely while in compliance with contracts, company policies and federal/state laws
  • Assist with month-end close payroll functions reporting and year end close payroll functions
  • Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information. You will research/investigate, respond and reconcile to any discrepancies with employees, management, HR or payroll vendors
  • Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data
What we are looking for:"
  • Associate's degree in business, finance, or accounting required. Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll
  • Experience with time and attendance systems is required, Paycor is a plus
  • Experience within healthcare or union environment is required
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

Additional Information

Benefits include sick leave accrued at 1 hour per 40 hours worked; paid Family & Medical leave (per Washington State); 401K after eligibility; holiday pay and vacation bonus after eligibility; and opt-in for health insurance, personal Aflac and life insurance plans available. Want to learn more about our benefits for temporary employees, including a 401K plan and vacation bonus? Visit our benefits page!

At West Sound Workforce, we recognize and value the unique contributions each individual brings to the workplace. We are proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are equally dedicated to fostering a safe and healthy work environment for all employees. By closely monitoring guidance from health and safety authorities, including the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), we maintain robust protocols to address workplace safety and employee well-being. Our commitment extends to partnering with clients to ensure employees have the necessary tools, training, and protective measures to perform their roles safely and effectively.

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