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We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Bremerton, Washington. This role requires an individual with a strong background in payroll processing, union benefits, and compliance reporting to assist with backlogged tasks and provide coverage during a transition period. The position offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your payroll expertise while contributing to a municipality's operations.
Job Responsibility:
Manage payroll processing for over 400 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with municipal policies
Handle retroactive payments and adjustments in the payroll system as needed
Prepare and submit required reports to state, federal, and local agencies, including Employment Security and Labor and Industries reports
Process tax and benefit deductions, forwarding payments to appropriate vendors and agencies
Coordinate payroll activities related to union agreements, including benefits administration for four unions
Ensure proper posting of payroll accounting information and reconcile records to maintain balanced payments
Utilize Excel for data analysis, including v-lookups and pivot tables, to support payroll operations
Collaborate with the team to address payroll backlogs and maintain smooth workflow during transitions
Provide expertise on benefits administration, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and agreements
Support the transition of payroll processes to align with organizational changes
Requirements:
Extensive experience in full-cycle payroll processing, preferably for large organizations
Knowledge of union payroll and benefits administration, with the ability to manage complex agreements
Proficiency in preparing and submitting compliance reports to various agencies
Strong attention to detail and ability to reconcile payroll discrepancies effectively
Advanced Excel skills, including the use of v-lookups and pivot tables for data analysis
Experience working with multi-state payroll processes
Ability to collaborate with teams and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance