On-Site Payroll Specialist | Accurate, Detail‑Oriented

Town & Country Markets; Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Town & Country Markets in Edmonds, WA is seeking a payroll-focused professional to join our team. You will handle weekly payroll, ensure regulatory compliance, resolve timekeeping issues, and maintain payroll data with accuracy and discretion.

The role requires 3–5 years in payroll or accounting, comfort with MS Office and payroll software (UKG WFM, ADP Lyric, GP Dynamics), and a strong service mindset. A team-oriented, detail-driven individual will thrive in our hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Prefer 3-5 years of experience in payroll or accounting
• Certified Payroll Professional certification preferred
• Experience processing union contract provisions and step progression
• Solid understanding of payroll processes and regulations
• Excellent customer service skills
• Must have intermediate or higher computer skills including MS Office; prefer knowledge of UKG WFM, ADP Lyric, and/or GP Dynamics
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Must be a team player, a leader, and a positive role model
• Must be accurate and very detail-oriented with excellent math skills
• Highly organized, effective, and skilled at prioritizing daily/weekly responsibilities
• Ability to work independently, as well as with a diverse group of guests, employees, and leadership
• Ability to take direction and carry out department tasks and assignments
• Ability to adjust to constant interruptions
• Commitment to personal and professional development
• Displays excellent work ethic
• Must possess an attitude of service to others
• Demonstrates self-discipline and accountability
• Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills (including spelling, grammar and industry language)
• Flexibility to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed
• Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs. occasionally, and have excellent manual dexterity
• Possesses full body mobility (bending, stooping, twisting and reaching)
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
• 18 years or older

Responsibilities

• Performs all activities necessary to process weekly payroll
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local regulations
• Analyzes, prepares, troubleshoots timekeeping errors, and inputs payroll data to produce accurate and timely payroll
• Updates, imports, approves and maintains payroll information such as progression rates, deductions, title/department changes, etc.
• Works with People Support Services to enter new hires and process separations in a timely manner
• Generates post-Payroll weekly reports for Payroll & Accounts Payable Manager review/approval
• Imports and posts payroll entries to the General Ledger
• Maintains the GL balance of payroll accounts
• Handles stale Payroll checks and unclaimed wages
• Imports union-dues-deduction file, transmits payment files and sends status changes to union
• Processes 401(k) deduction changes, enrollments, withdrawals and hardships while managing the employee relationship during this process
• Provides employment wage verification for Market Support employees
• Records, maintains and updates payroll procedures
• Creates special reports for management as requested
• Processes employee expense reports
• Processes all garnishments, child support, and tax levies
• Assists the Payroll & Accounts Payable Manager as needed
• Maintains department in a neat, clean, and orderly manner
• Provides excellent customer service
• Stays current with industry trends, standards and changes
• Stays current with all training including online training and professional development opportunities
• Supports and follows all company and department policies
• Supports and follows sustainability programs
• Supports and follows safety and security policies
• Demonstrates attitude of service to co-workers and guests
• Operates within the Company’s Core Values, Company Brand, and Business Principles

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Customer service

Confidentiality

Team player

Communication

Tools

MS Office

UKG WFM

ADP Lyric

GP Dynamics

Job description

Town & Country Markets in Edmonds, WA is seeking a payroll-focused professional to join our team. You will handle weekly payroll, ensure regulatory compliance, resolve timekeeping issues, and maintain payroll data with accuracy and discretion.

The role requires 3–5 years in payroll or accounting, comfort with MS Office and payroll software (UKG WFM, ADP Lyric, GP Dynamics), and a strong service mindset. A team-oriented, detail-driven individual will thrive in our hands-on environment.