Payroll Processor (Temporary)

nLIGHT, Inc.; Camas (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

nLIGHT, Inc. in Camas, WA, is seeking a Payroll Processor for a temporary full-time role. The position handles multi-state payroll for 600+ employees, processes off-cycle payments, and supports bi-weekly payroll activities while ensuring accuracy and compliance with payroll calendars.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and discreet with payroll data. Proficiency in Paylocity and Excel is preferred, with a strong customer-service mindset and ability to collaborate across

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a payroll processor or similar role.
• Experience processing payroll for multiple states in a government contract environment preferred.
• Experience with Paylocity is desirable.
• Experience with manufacturing or publicly held company preferred.
• Solid proficiency with Excel and working knowledge of other Microsoft Office products.
• HS Diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Process off-cycle payrolls in a multi-state environment for 600+ employees including data entry, calculations for non-standard and off-cycle payments, tracking of timesheet records, payments in accordance with payroll calendar, and resolution of issues.
• Support bi-weekly payroll activities by validating timesheet accuracy, tracking approvals, and ensuring change documentation is complete for each pay period.
• Work with 3rd parties to ensure timely processing, calculation, payment, recording, filing, and reporting on payroll taxes.
• Prepare and submit pretax benefit contributions and funding.
• Assist employees on payroll and time reporting policies and development of resources and tools.
• Assist with processing invoices and reconciling statements in AP.

Skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Confidentiality

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Paylocity

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Who We Are

At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made.

Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).

Description:

The Payroll Processor is responsible for processing company payroll and maintaining employee payroll records. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and possesses strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality. This is a temporary full-time position reporting directly to the Payroll Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process off-cycle payrolls in a multi-state environment for 600+ employees including data entry, calculations (for non-standard and off-cycle payments), tracking of timesheet records, payments in accordance with payroll calendar, and resolution of any issues that may arise during the payroll process.
• Support bi-weekly payroll activities by validating timesheet accuracy, tracking approvals, and ensuring all employee change documentation is received and complete for each pay period.
• Work with 3rd parties to ensure timely processing, calculation, payment, recording filing, and reporting on payroll taxes.
• Prepare and submit pretax benefit contributions and funding.
• Assisting employees on payroll and time reporting policies and development of resources and tools to address recurring needs.
• Assisting with processing invoices and reconciling statements in AP.

Skills and Abilities:

• Positive attitude and excellent customer service skills with a diverse employee base.
• Ability to collaborate across the organization and establish/maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work with details, while maintaining a view of the big picture.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, and ability to apply the appropriate tools and level of analysis to specific situations.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding employee records, personnel transactions, and sensitive issues affecting accounting and payroll.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience as a payroll processor, or similar role.
• Experience processing payroll for multiple states in a government contract environment is preferred, but not required.
• Experience with Paylocity is desirable.
• Experience with a wide range of manufacturing or a publicly held company preferred.
• Solid proficiency with Excel and working knowledge of other Microsoft Office products.
• HS Diploma or GED is required.

nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Starting level and pay depends on qualifications:
• Payroll Processor: $25.00 to $30.00

Other Compensation and Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [email protected].

E-Verify Participation:

nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

For more information, please review the following notices:

• E-Verify Participation Poster
• Right to Work Poster