Payroll Specialist

Ledgent; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Stable and growing organization

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Ledgent in the United States (Oregon) is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join its Tualatin team and manage bi-weekly payroll for a diverse workforce. You will work closely with leadership to ensure accurate and timely payroll administration in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong knowledge of payroll regulations, experience with payroll systems and HRIS, and a commitment to confidentiality and quality service.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Construction, union, or project-based payroll experience highly preferred.
• Experience with payroll systems and HRIS platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• CPP certification is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately for a diverse employee population.
• Maintain employee payroll records, earnings, deductions, garnishments, and tax withholdings.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Administer prevailing wage and union payroll requirements, as applicable.
• Review payroll data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Partner with HR regarding employee changes, benefits deductions, and leave-related payroll impacts.
• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for audits.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries with excellent customer service.
• Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and reporting.
• Support continuous improvement efforts within payroll processes and systems.

Skills

Payroll processing

Payroll tax compliance

Excel

Attention to detail

HRIS

Communication

Tools

Payroll systems

HRIS platforms

Job description

A well-established and growing organization in the construction industry is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join its team in Tualatin. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, managing complex payroll processes, and partnering closely with employees and leadership to ensure accurate and timely payroll administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on schedule for a diverse employee population
• Maintain employee payroll records, earnings, deductions, garnishments, and tax withholdings
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Administer prevailing wage and union payroll requirements, as applicable
• Review payroll data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Partner with Human Resources regarding employee changes, benefits deductions, and leave-related payroll impacts
• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for audits
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide exceptional customer service
• Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and reporting
• Support continuous improvement efforts within payroll processes and systems

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience
• Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements
• Construction, union, or project-based payroll experience highly preferred
• Experience with payroll systems and HRIS platforms
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• CPP certification is a plus, but not required

What We're Looking For

• A self-starter who can work independently and manage competing priorities
• A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills
• Someone who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and takes pride in accuracy
• A payroll professional committed to providing outstanding support to employees and stakeholders

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary of $80,000-$85,000
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Stable and growing organization
• Collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the payroll function

If you're a payroll professional looking for a long-term opportunity with a respected organization, we'd love to hear from you!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.