Senior Payroll Specialist & Systems Expert

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 58,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403b with Roth option

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to oversee the payroll cycle, timekeeping, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced university environment. You will collaborate with Human Resources and Finance to resolve issues and ensure accurate, timely pay for employees.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, meticulous records, and adherence to federal and state requirements while supporting system improvements and process efficiency across the

Qualifications

• Four years of progressively responsible payroll experience.
• Attention to payroll accuracy and deadlines.
• Knowledge of payroll taxes and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Manage biweekly payroll processing within deadlines.
• Review time and attendance records for accuracy.
• Prepare payroll-related general ledger entries.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance to ensure accurate payroll data.

Skills

Payroll processing

Timekeeping

Reconciliations

Regulatory compliance

Payroll taxes

Communication

Education

Associate degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or related field

Tools

Payroll systems

Job description

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to oversee the payroll cycle, timekeeping, and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced university environment. You will collaborate with Human Resources and Finance to resolve issues and ensure accurate, timely pay for employees.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, meticulous records, and adherence to federal and state requirements while supporting system improvements and process efficiency across the