Certified Payroll Specialist

Robert Half • Olympia, WA • 1d ago

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and certified payroll professional to join our team in Olympia, WA. As a Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring all payroll processes comply with federal, state, and local regulations while maintaining up-to-date records. This is an exciting opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced and collaborative environment within an innovative organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Process semi-monthly payroll for employees while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Maintain compliance with federal and state payroll laws, including labor regulations and tax requirements.

Collaborate with other departments for updates on employee status, compensation changes, and deductions.

Manage and track employee hours input, PTO, benefits deductions, and garnishments.

Ensure proper documentation is sent for certified payroll reports, including prevailing wage and union reporting where applicable.

Assist with audits related to payroll and employee compensation.

Stay updated on labor laws and payroll regulations to make recommendations for system updates.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification required.

3+ years of payroll processing experience preferred, with knowledge of certified payroll requirements.

Proficiency in payroll platforms like ADP, Workday, or other systems.

Strong understanding of federal and state regulations related to payroll, prevailing wage, and labor compliance.

Familiarity with handling multi-jurisdiction payrolls is a plus.

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills for resolving employee inquiries.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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