We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a Contract assignment supporting payroll operations for a multi-state employee population in Vancouver, Washington. This part-time opportunity is expected to run for 12 weeks and focuses on accurate payroll administration, employee support, and timely record maintenance. The role is well suited to someone who is highly organized, comfortable working remotely, and experienced with full-cycle payroll processing in ADP Workforce Now.
Responsibilities:
• Manage bi-weekly payroll processing for a workforce of more than 450 employees using ADP Workforce Now.
• Examine timekeeping records to confirm accuracy and resolve discrepancies before payroll is finalized.
• Enter payroll changes, corrections, and updates while maintaining precise employee data.
• Administer deductions and withholdings, including benefit-related payroll entries and employer contributions.
• Handle employment verification requests in a timely and confidential manner.
• Prepare and maintain payroll trackers, reports, and supporting documentation using Excel formulas and spreadsheets.
• Update payroll records for new hires, status changes, and employee separations to ensure complete and current information.
• Respond to employee questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll records with professionalism and accuracy.
• Assist with payroll reporting and documentation needs to support compliance and internal recordkeeping.• Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle payroll processing.
• Background handling multi-state payroll for mid-sized or large employee populations.
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now in a payroll environment.
• Strong knowledge of payroll practices, deductions, and employee record administration.
• Experience supporting payroll for organizations with 500 or more employees is preferred.
• Working ability in Excel, including the use of basic formulas and spreadsheet tracking.
• High attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy in a remote work setting.