Payroll Data & Process Specialist

Pacific Power; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 61,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with match

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Mass Transit Pass

Job summary

PacifiCorp is seeking a Payroll Coordinator in Portland, OR, to support payroll operations with moderate complexity tasks. The role handles data entry, adjustments, reporting, and off-cycle processing, while providing Tier 1 and 2 support for inquiries and ensuring data accuracy.

You will participate in audits, documentation updates, and payroll system changes, contributing to process improvements and compliance.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of payroll or related experience.
• Fundamental understanding of payroll processes or strong ability to learn.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow instructions and established procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll transactions including data entry, adjustments, reporting, and off-cycle processing.
• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 payroll inquiries support and timely resolution.
• Run routine and ad hoc reports, audits, and data validation.
• Create and update SOPs and Knowledge Articles for payroll processes.
• Support payroll projects and system changes, including UAT and testing.
• Ensure data privacy, confidentiality, and compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP

ADP

Job description

PacifiCorp is seeking a Payroll Coordinator in Portland, OR, to support payroll operations with moderate complexity tasks. The role handles data entry, adjustments, reporting, and off-cycle processing, while providing Tier 1 and 2 support for inquiries and ensuring data accuracy.

You will participate in audits, documentation updates, and payroll system changes, contributing to process improvements and compliance.