Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for an organization in Tacoma, Washington. This is a Contract position focused on delivering accurate and timely pay for a large employee population across multiple states. The ideal candidate brings strong full-cycle payroll experience, can manage complex payroll inputs such as commissions, and is comfortable working in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• • Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees while maintaining accuracy and meeting established deadlines.

• • Administer payroll activities across multiple states, ensuring proper application of state-specific wage, tax, and compliance requirements.

• • Review employee pay data, time records, deductions, and adjustments to confirm complete and correct payroll calculations.

• • Handle variable compensation elements, including commissions and other supplemental earnings, within regular payroll cycles.

• • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by partnering with employees, managers, and internal stakeholders to address issues promptly.

• • Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards.

• • Utilize Paycom and related payroll systems to enter, audit, and validate payroll information efficiently.

• • Support payroll-related process updates and system-related changes as needed while helping sustain uninterrupted payroll operations.

• • Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle payroll from data review through final processing and post-payroll reconciliation.

• • Background processing multi-state payroll with a solid understanding of payroll tax and compliance considerations.

• • Proven ability to manage payroll for employee populations exceeding 500 workers.

• • Hands-on experience using Paycom or a comparable payroll platform in a high-volume setting.

• • Familiarity with administering commissions and other variable pay components accurately.

• • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work effectively under tight deadlines.

• • Clear communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive payroll information with professionalism and discretion.

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