Payroll & Benefits Analyst II — Hybrid

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Washington's Department of Fish and Wildlife in Olympia seeks a Payroll Processor to perform complex payroll and benefits duties statewide, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state policies. The role requires an associate degree or equivalent experience, familiarity with payroll systems such as SAP HRMS, and the ability to manage timesheets and benefits enrollment in a hybrid work setting.

Expected schedule includes 40% in-person work with potential for 60% telework after training,

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in relevant field.
• At least 6 months as Fiscal Analyst 1 or 3+ years of professional experience.
• Knowledge of state laws, CBAs and policies related to payroll and benefits entitlement.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll actions and enter tax and benefit data into systems.
• Audit and authorize timesheets, ensure leave balances and CBAs are followed.
• Coordinate health benefits, long-term disability and leave programs; respond to inquiries.

Skills

Payroll processing

GAAP knowledge

MS Office

Education

Associate degree

Tools

SAP HRMS

Total Time

Job description

State of Washington's Department of Fish and Wildlife in Olympia seeks a Payroll Processor to perform complex payroll and benefits duties statewide, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state policies. The role requires an associate degree or equivalent experience, familiarity with payroll systems such as SAP HRMS, and the ability to manage timesheets and benefits enrollment in a hybrid work setting.

Expected schedule includes 40% in-person work with potential for 60% telework after training,