Payroll & Accounting Specialist – Community Health

Puyallup Tribal Health Authority; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision premiums paid 0%

Annual leave

Paid holidays

401(k) with employer contributions

Life and AD&D insurance

Student loan repayment support

Job summary

Puyallup Tribal Health Authority in Tacoma, WA is seeking a skilled Payroll Accountant to join our on-site finance team. You will manage bi-weekly payroll, monitor ACA compliance, and support accounts payable and general ledger activities to ensure accurate financial reporting.

This role emphasizes accuracy, GAAP adherence, and collaboration with staff, vendors, and leadership. We offer a mission-driven environment with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or business administration with at least 24 credit hours in accounting from an accredited institution.
• One year of direct accounting experience.
• Full-cycle payroll experience for 50+ employees using electronic systems.
• Working knowledge of GAAP and the ACA.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using automated accounting and payroll systems.
• Valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and current liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll, including timesheet review, payroll verification, issue resolution, and retirement contribution reporting.
• Monitor ACA compliance by uploading payroll data, tracking employee hours, and maintaining reporting records.
• Process accounts payable transactions using automated systems.
• Manage accounts receivable activities, including payment processing and banking transactions.
• Perform daily cash monitoring and monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare and maintain general ledger entries and monthly/quarterly/annual reports.
• Review purchase requisitions for budget availability and grant compliance.
• Provide customer service and admin support to staff, vendors, and external contacts.

Skills

Payroll processing

GAAP knowledge

ACA compliance

Excel proficiency

Vendor/customer service

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/business administration

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Payroll systems

ERP systems

Job description

Puyallup Tribal Health Authority in Tacoma, WA is seeking a skilled Payroll Accountant to join our on-site finance team. You will manage bi-weekly payroll, monitor ACA compliance, and support accounts payable and general ledger activities to ensure accurate financial reporting.

This role emphasizes accuracy, GAAP adherence, and collaboration with staff, vendors, and leadership. We offer a mission-driven environment with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional