Payroll Specialist

CFS; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage biweekly payroll for ~550 employees in a unionized, on-site setting in Bremerton, WA. The role emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and collaboration with HR and Finance.

The ideal candidate has a degree in accounting or related field and at least 2 years of payroll experience, with proficiency in UKG software. This position offers stability and opportunities to contribute to process improvements within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years payroll experience, preferably in a union environment.
• Experience with UKG or similar payroll system.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll for approximately 550 employees across multiple departments.
• Administer payroll in compliance with collective bargaining agreements and company policies.
• Review and resolve payroll-related leave and benefits discrepancies.
• Audit, maintain, and generate payroll reports within the UKG system.
• Investigate and resolve payroll issues while collaborating with HR and Finance teams.

Education

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field

Tools

UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group)

Job description

Looking for a payroll role where accuracy, compliance, and collaboration are valued? Join a stable, mission-driven organization supporting essential public services and gain exposure to complex payroll operations in a unionized environment.

Payroll Specialist

Salary: $58,240 – $70,720 DOE

Location: Bremerton, WA (On-site)

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Join a respected public service organization known for operational excellence and employee stability.
• Support a large workforce performing meaningful work that directly impacts the community.
• Gain hands-on experience in a complex union payroll environment.
• Work with an established payroll system (UKG) and expand your technical expertise.
• Partner closely with HR and Finance, increasing your visibility across the organization.
• Contribute to process improvements and ongoing payroll enhancements.
• Enjoy a collaborative workplace culture with supportive leadership.
• Opportunity to grow and further develop your payroll knowledge and career.

Key Responsibilities For The Payroll Specialist

• Process biweekly payroll for approximately 550 employees across multiple departments.
• Administer payroll in compliance with collective bargaining agreements and company policies.
• Review and resolve payroll-related leave and benefits discrepancies.
• Audit, maintain, and generate payroll reports within the UKG system.
• Investigate and resolve payroll issues while collaborating with HR and Finance teams.

Qualifications For The Payroll Specialist

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of payroll experience, preferably in a union environment.
• Experience with UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) or a comparable payroll system.
• Working knowledge of payroll regulations, labor agreements, and payroll compliance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional seeking stability, career growth, and the chance to support a large workforce delivering essential community services.