Senior Payroll Specialist

Alaskan Copper & Brass Co.; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid holidays and paid time off

Life insurance and short-term/disabil.

401(k) and Profit Sharing Plan

Job summary

Alaskan Copper And Brass Company in Seattle, WA is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to manage biweekly payroll processing end-to-end for hourly and salaried staff across multiple states.

The role requires strong data entry, Excel proficiency, and knowledge of payroll compliance. It offers a daytime schedule, onsite location in Kent, WA, and comprehensive benefits described by HR.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of payroll processing experience preferred.
• Excellent data entry, 10-key, and mathematical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other business software applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse workforce.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Detail oriented, organized, and capable of working independently.
• Knowledge of payroll compliance requirements, wage and hour regulations, and payroll tax practices.

Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing: End-to-end processing of multi-state biweekly payroll for hourly employees.
• Compliance & Tax Management: Ensure accurate calculation and withholding of federal, state, and local taxes, and deductions (e.g., benefits, 401(k), garnishments).
• System Maintenance: Manage, update, and troubleshoot employee data within the payroll system (rate changes, new hires, terminations, transfers).
• Auditing and Reconciliation: Conduct routine pre- and post-payroll audits to verify hours and rates.
• Employee Support: Primary contact for payroll inquiries, resolve discrepancies, explain deductions and tax matters professionally.
• Reporting: Generate payroll, labor distribution, attendance, and related reports.
• Other duties: Special projects as assigned by payroll manager.

Skills

Payroll processing

Data entry

10-key

Excel

Confidentiality

Communication

Deadline orientation

Attention to detail

Payroll compliance

Tools

Dayforce/Ceridian

DOS

Job description

Alaskan Copper And Brass Company

Human Resources Department

2958 6th Avenue South

Seattle, WA 98134

[phone]

Job Title

Senior Payroll Specialist

Job Details

• Pay Rate: $24.00-31.00 per hour.
• Hours of Work: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
• Location: 27402 72nd Ave S. Kent, WA 98032

Job Scope

This position consists of work assignments with occasional variations. Requires the ability to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. Requires strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills. Works under moderate supervision with established procedures and guidelines.

Job Summary

Responsible for processing biweekly payroll, auditing payroll data, calculating adjustments, maintaining payroll records, and preparing payroll-related reports. Serves as backup support for salaried and Canadian payroll processing.

Requirements To Be Considered For The Position

• Application must be filled out completely by the applicant.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Meet all the required essential job skills/experience.

Required Essential Job Skills/Experience

• Minimum of five years of payroll processing experience preferred.
• Excellent data entry, 10-key, and mathematical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other business software applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse workforce.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Detail oriented, organized, and capable of working independently.
• Knowledge of payroll compliance requirements, wage and hour regulations, and payroll tax practices.

Required Essential Job Functions/Duties

• Payroll Processing: Perform end-to-end processing of multi-state biweekly payroll for hourly employees.
• Compliance & Tax Management: Ensure accurate calculation and withholding of federal, state, and local taxes, as well as voluntary and involuntary deductions (e.g., medical benefits, 401(k), court-ordered garnishments).
• System Maintenance: Manage, update, and troubleshoot employee data within the payroll system, including rate changes, new hire setups, terminations, and department transfers.
• Auditing and Reconciliation: Conduct routine pre- and post-payroll audits to verify hours, rate changes, and retro-pay calculations.
• Employee Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll inquiries, resolve discrepancies promptly, and explain payroll deductions and tax-related matters in a professional and customer-focused manner.
• Reporting: Generate payroll, labor distribution, attendance, and related reports for management, Accounting, and Human Resources.
• Other duties: Perform other duties and special projects as assigned by the payroll manager.

Desirable Job Skills/Experience

• Experience with an automated time collection system.
• Experience processing multi-union and multi-state payrolls for organizations with 250+ employees.
• Experience with Dayforce/Ceridian and DOS systems preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally via email, telephone, and in person.
• Familiarity with garnishment administration and payroll reporting requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Life insurance and short-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plan.

Job Accommodations

Considered on an individual basis.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the following in an 8-hour workday:

Total At One Time (Hours) Total During Entire 8-Hour Day

Standing: 1 to 1 1/2 hours 2 hours

Walking: 10 minutes Up to 2 hours

Sitting: 1 hour 4-5 hours

Movement of objects and strength required for this job:

Lifting: Carrying:

Up to 5 lbs: FREQUENTLY (34-66%) FREQUENTLY (34-66%)

6-10 lbs: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

11-20 lbs.: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

21-25 lbs.: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

26-50 lbs.: OCCASIONALLY (1-33%) OCCASIONALLY (1-33%)

51-100 lbs.: NEVER NEVER

Required repetitive use of hands:

Simply Grasping: YES Pushing & Pulling: NO

Fine Manipulating: YES

Repetitive Actions/Movements Involving the Feet:

Right Foot: NO Left Foot: NO

Both: NO

Worker Positions Required in the Performance of this Job:

Climbing: OCCASIONALLY ( 1-33%) Balancing: NEVER

Bending: OCCASIONALLY ( 1-34%) Stooping: OCCASIONALLY (1-34%)

Kneeling: NEVER Crouching: OCCASIONALLY (1-34%)

Crawling: NEVER Reaching: OCCASIONALLY (34-66%)

Sensory Requirements:

Talking and/or Hearing: YES

Seeing: Acuity:

Depth Perception: YES

Field of Vision: YES

Accommodation: YES

Color Vision: NO

Environmental Conditions That Are Found in the Work Site:

PHYSICAL SURROUNDINGS: X Inside (75% of time)

_ Outside (75% of time)

_ Both (equal amounts)

TEMPERATURE: _ Cold (enough to cause bodily discomfort)

_ Hot (enough to cause bodily discomfort)

_ Variations (sufficient to cause bodily reactions)

WET: _ Contact with water and/or other liquids

HUMID: _ Moisture content sufficient to cause bodily discomfort

NOISE: _ Sufficient to require hearing protection

VIBRATION: _ Sufficient to cause repeated motion or continuous shock

HAZARDS: _ Risk of bodily injury present

FUMES: _ Smoke or vapors resulting from combustion or chemical reaction

ODORS: _ Toxic or non-toxic smells

TOXIC CONDITIONS: _ Exposure to disabling fumes, dust, gases, vapors, mists or liquids that may cause bodily harm.

DUST: _ Small particles that may cause occupational disease

POOR VENTILATION: _ Exposure to drafts or insufficient movement of air