Payroll Specialist

Location: Seattle, on site

Salary range: $70,000–$85,000, depending on experience

About the role

This Payroll Specialist role offers a blend of structure and operational impact. You’ll play a key role in ensuring payroll is processed with speed, precision, and compliance while partnering closely with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support North America employees and third-party administrators from hire through retirement
• Perform payroll processing functions in UKG Pro using established procedures
• Ensure statutory and regulatory compliance requirements are consistently met
• Maintain payroll records in accordance with statutory and corporate governance standards
• Audit payroll data and ensure accuracy and timely processing
• Identify deficiencies and recommend improvements to payroll processes and documentation

Requirements

• Degree in an accounting-related field or a combination of accounting/HR education and relevant experience
• 3–4 years of payroll experience, ideally supporting multi-state and/or union environments within North America
• Experience with computerized payroll systems (UKG Pro strongly preferred)
• High proficiency in Excel and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills

About the team

This opportunity offers the chance to be part of a collaborative payroll team that values accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement. You’ll support a large and diverse employee population while strengthening payroll processes in a dynamic environment.