Payroll Specialist

Expeditors; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Expeditors in Seattle is seeking an entry-level Payroll Administrator with 0–2 years of experience. You will maintain payroll data, verify timesheets, process changes in Dayforce, and handle tax research. The role requires strong communication, analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a collaborative team environment.

Base salary ranges from $55,000 to $65,000, with full-time benefits. On-site at our Seattle corporate location, standard Monday–Friday schedule, with

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree required.
• Mid-level knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Analytical abilities to interpret data and act accordingly.
• Able to work without close supervision and be proactive.
• Solid work ethic and ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain payroll data with high accuracy and confidentiality.
• Verify accuracy of timesheets and correct errors.
• Process payroll changes in Dayforce.
• Research and help with tax issues.
• Compute withholding and deductions from gross earnings.
• Respond to Verification of Employment requests.
• Run and distribute payroll reports.
• Create and update payroll processing manuals.
• Troubleshoot issues before seeking help.
• Communicate professionally with employees and managers; handle additional tasks as needed.
• Create efficient payroll processes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Autonomy

Proactive

Strong work ethic

Team player

Excellent communication

Education

BS/BA degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.

• 15,000 trained professionals
• 250+ locations worldwide
• Fortune 500
• Globally unified systems

Job Description

Entry Level 0-2 years of experience

• Maintain all payroll data, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and confidentiality
• Verify accuracy of timesheets and correct any errors
• Process personnel changes in payroll system (Dayforce)
• Research and help with tax issues
• Be able to compute withholding and deductions with gross earnings
• Respond to Verification of Employment requests
• Run & distribute payroll reports
• Create and update payroll processing manuals
• Be able to troubleshoot issue before asking for assistance
• Communicate timely and professionally with employees and managers to help and resolve issues Takes on additional tasks when requested by management
• Creates efficient processes

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree
• Mid-level knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results Pro-active and strong organizational skills, attention to detail and time management skills
• Proven analytical skills – ability to analyze/interpret data and take appropriate action
• Capable of working without close supervision
• Strong work ethic and team player

Additional Information

Expected base salary: $55,000 – $65,000

Expeditors offers competitive benefits to all full time employees including:

• Paid Vacation, Holiday and Sick Time
• Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Various Optional Life and Disability Plans
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Education Program

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Location

Onsite at our Corporate Seattle location.

• 1200 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA 98101

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm