Payroll Specialist

Pikemann; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision

Paid holidays & PTO

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k)

Welcoming environment

Job summary

Pikemann in Kent, WA is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our team as a direct hire, full-time employee. This on-site role handles biweekly multi-state payroll with precision and confidentiality.

You will audit payroll data, maintain records, and produce reports, supporting salaried and Canadian payroll as needed. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of payroll processing, strong Excel skills, and a disciplined, confidential approach.

Qualifications

• 5+ years payroll processing experience required.
• Accurate data entry and basic math skills required.
• Proficient in Excel and business software.
• Detail-oriented, organized, able to meet deadlines independently.
• Strong communication with a diverse workforce and strict confidentiality.
• Knowledge of payroll compliance, wage/hour rules, and payroll tax practices.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end biweekly payroll for hourly employees.
• Ensure accurate taxes, deductions, benefits, and garnishments.
• Maintain and update employee payroll data (new hires, terminations, rate changes, transfers).
• Perform pre- and post-payroll audits and reconciliations.
• Serve as primary contact for payroll questions; resolve issues promptly.
• Produce payroll, labor distribution, attendance, and compliance reports.
• Support special projects and additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Payroll processing

Data entry

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Communication

Tools

Dayforce/Ceridian

DOS systems

Excel

Job description

Payroll Specialist – direct hire, full-time employee

Kent, WA - in office, Monday - Friday

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Life insurance and short-term disability
• 401(k)
• Welcoming environment

Role Overview

Handles biweekly multi-state payroll with precision and confidentiality. Audits payroll data, processes adjustments, maintains accurate records, and prepares payroll reports. Provides backup support for salaried and Canadian payroll. Works within established procedures while meeting strict deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end biweekly payroll for hourly employees
• Ensure accurate taxes, deductions, benefits, and garnishments
• Maintain and update employee payroll data (new hires, terminations, rate changes, transfers)
• Perform pre- and post-payroll audits and reconciliations
• Serve as primary contact for payroll questions; resolve issues quickly and professionally
• Produce payroll, labor distribution, attendance, and compliance reports
• Support special projects and additional duties as assigned

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years payroll processing experience preferred
• Strong data entry, 10-key, and math skills
• Proficient in Excel and business software
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to meet deadlines independently
• Strong communication skills with a diverse workforce
• Strict commitment to confidentiality
• Knowledge of payroll compliance, wage/hour rules, and payroll tax practices

Preferred Experience

• Automated timekeeping systems
• Multi-union, multi-state payroll (250+ employees)
• Dayforce/Ceridian or DOS systems
• Garnishment administration and payroll reporting