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Payroll Specialist

United States, Tacoma · Job Posted June 29, 2026
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Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a nonprofit in Tacoma, Washington on a Contract basis. This role will take ownership of payroll activities, support continuity during a staffing transition, and help ensure employees are paid accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on payroll expertise, works comfortably with established procedures, and can contribute quickly in a collaborative environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage end-to-end payroll processing for roughly 120 employees, including both hourly and salaried team members on varying pay cycles
  • Act as the primary point of contact for payroll operations, delivering accurate and timely pay while maintaining dependable service for the organization
  • Review, update, and preserve payroll documentation, records, and audit support to meet internal standards and regulatory expectations
  • Use existing procedures and reference materials to maintain consistency and reduce disruption during the contract assignment
  • Investigate payroll variances and respond to employee questions by working closely with internal partners to resolve issues efficiently
  • Take part in cross-training and knowledge-sharing efforts to support a smooth handoff of payroll responsibilities
  • Prepare payroll data and reports in systems such as Paylocity and Excel to support routine processing and reconciliation
  • Help maintain payroll compliance across applicable wage, hour, and organizational policy requirements

Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience handling full-cycle payroll in a detail-focused setting
  • Strong working knowledge of Paylocity with the ability to contribute with minimal ramp-up time
  • Background processing payroll for employees across multiple pay structures
  • multi-state experience is preferred
  • Proficiency with Excel for payroll review, reporting, and reconciliation tasks
  • Ability to maintain accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication skills and a service-oriented approach when addressing payroll questions and discrepancies
  • Experience in a nonprofit setting or genuine interest in supporting a mission-focused organization
  • Familiarity with large-volume payroll environments, including experience supporting workforces of 500+ employees, is a plus

What we offer

  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan
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