Payroll Finance Analyst - Multi-State, Employee-Owned

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

401(k) retirement plan

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a Financial Analyst (Payroll) in Pullman, WA to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing while supporting financial reporting and compliance.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, payroll processing experience, proficiency in Excel and HRIS/ERP systems, and a proactive, process-improvement

Qualifications

• Have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Have experience processing payroll and supporting payroll compliance activities.
• Demonstrate exceptional accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experienced with payroll, HRIS, and ERP systems.
• Take initiative, are self-motivated, and continuously seek opportunities to improve processes.
• Communicate clearly and professionally, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Can manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of accounting and finance principles, including GAAP, tax, and/or IFRS standards.

Responsibilities

• Process multi-state payroll accurately and timely, in compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Review and audit payroll data, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and timekeeping records.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare payroll-related journal entries and analyses.
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities related to payroll accounting.
• Support audits by providing payroll-related reports and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and international payroll regulations, as applicable.
• Assist with payroll system testing, implementations, and process improvements.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

HRIS

ERP systems

Payroll software

Job description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a Financial Analyst (Payroll) in Pullman, WA to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing while supporting financial reporting and compliance.

The role requires strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, payroll processing experience, proficiency in Excel and HRIS/ERP systems, and a proactive, process-improvement