Payroll Analyst

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions in Portland, OR, is seeking a Payroll Analyst for a long-term contract hybrid role (3 days onsite per week). You’ll manage biweekly payroll for salaried staff across multiple states and support audits and reporting.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of payroll processing, multi-state experience, strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP), and familiarity with UKG or similar systems. A CPP or FPC is a plus, and a related degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience processing payroll for 500+ employees.
• Multi-state payroll experience required.
• Strong Excel skills including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Experience with UKG or similar payroll systems preferred.
• CPP or FPC certification is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, HR, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll for a large employee population, primarily salaried employees.
• Administer multi-state payroll, garnishments, deductions, and payroll adjustments.
• Support payroll audits and union-related reporting requirements.
• Perform payroll audits and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries.
• Generate payroll reports using Excel and reporting tools.
• Support payroll tax reconciliation efforts and respond to tax notices.
• Collaborate with HR, Accounting, IT, and other internal stakeholders on payroll.

Skills

Payroll processing

Multi-state payroll

Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree (Accounting/Finance/HR/Business)

Tools

UKG

Job description

Portland, OR (Hybrid - 3 days onsite per week)

Pay: $28.50 - $31.25/hour

Duration: Contract through October 2027

LHH is partnering with a well-established industrial organization to hire a Payroll Analyst for a long-term contract opportunity in Portland, Oregon. This position will play a role in supporting multi-state payroll operations. We're seeking a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and can work both independently and collaboratively.

What You'll Do

• Process biweekly payroll for a large employee population, primarily salaried employees
• Administer multi-state payroll, garnishments, deductions, and payroll adjustments
• Support payroll audits and union-related reporting requirements
• Perform payroll audits and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
• Generate payroll reports using Excel and reporting tools
• Support payroll tax reconciliation efforts and respond to tax notices
• Collaborate with HR, Accounting, IT, and other internal stakeholders on payroll

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience
• Experience processing payroll for 500+ employees
• Multi-state payroll experience required
• Strong Excel skills including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs
• Experience with UKG or similar payroll systems preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks in a changing environment
• CPP or FPC certification is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, HR, or related field preferred

What We're Looking For

• Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Team-oriented professional who communicates effectively and collaborates well with others
• Adaptable individual who can support process improvements and system changes

Additional Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship required due to federal contract requirements (ITAR)
• Successful completion of a background check, drug screen, and alcohol screen required
• Ability to work onsite in Portland three days per week

If you're an experienced payroll professional looking for a long-term contract opportunity with a collaborative team and complex payroll environment, we'd love to hear from you.