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23 results for Payroll Specialist in Olympia, WA

Payroll Specialist
  • Seattle, WA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Seattle, Washington. The ideal candidate will excel in managing payroll processes with precision and efficiency, ensuring compliance with multi-state regulations and union requirements. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise in payroll systems and tax reconciliation.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and manage payroll operations for employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance.<br>• Reconcile payroll data with state taxes to maintain accurate records and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Handle union payroll requirements, including contract-specific calculations and reporting.<br>• Utilize PeopleSoft and other payroll systems to streamline payroll processing.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll-related inquiries and provide timely resolutions.<br>• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings, adhering to federal, state, and local regulations.<br>• Leverage Microsoft Excel for detailed payroll analysis and reporting.<br>• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.<br>• Generate and analyze payroll reports to support audits and financial reviews.<br>• Assist in improving payroll processes and implementing best practices.
  • 2026-02-04T21:23:42Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Olympia, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 26.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our client in Olympia on a contract assignment. Play a key role in delivering accurate and timely payroll for a diverse workforce.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process multi-state payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Administer benefits, garnishments, and deductions</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers and support year-end tasks</li><li>Respond to payroll-related queries and audit requests</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-28T00:08:41Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Bellevue, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 30.00 - 38.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Join our team as a Contract Payroll Specialist and support our organization’s payroll operations during a critical growth period. We are seeking a detail-oriented professional with hands-on payroll experience who can manage end-to-end payroll processes, ensure compliance, and support workforce needs across multiple departments.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process weekly, biweekly, and monthly payroll for a diverse workforce, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.</li><li>Maintain payroll records, handle employee data changes, and resolve discrepancies efficiently.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including tax filings and reporting.</li><li>Collaborate with HR, finance, and department managers to address payroll questions and support audits.</li><li>Prepare and review payroll reports; recommend process improvements as needed.</li><li>Provide excellent customer service to internal stakeholders.</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-16T17:33:41Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Tacoma, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 26.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our client in Tacoma on a contract assignment. Play a key role in delivering accurate and timely payroll for a diverse workforce.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process multi-state payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Administer benefits, garnishments, and deductions</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers and support year-end tasks</li><li>Respond to payroll-related queries and audit requests</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-28T00:08:41Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Shoreline, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 30.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Robert Half’s Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) division is hiring a Payroll Specialist to join our team and work on-site with a local client in Shoreline.</strong> As a Payroll Specialist, you’ll be a full-time employee of Robert Half, enjoying the benefits of career continuity, full-time compensation, and exposure to a variety of projects and environments. Our FTEP solution gives you access to the best long-term assignments while ensuring stability and professional growth.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process multi-state payroll accurately and timely</li><li>Maintain and audit payroll records</li><li>Ensure compliance with current regulations and company policies</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee questions</li><li>Collaborate closely with HR and finance teams</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-12T21:23:42Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Kent, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 26.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our client in Kent on a contract assignment. Play a key role in delivering accurate and timely payroll for a diverse workforce.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process multi-state payroll for hourly and salaried employees</li><li>Administer benefits, garnishments, and deductions</li><li>Reconcile payroll registers and support year-end tasks</li><li>Respond to payroll-related queries and audit requests</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-28T00:08:41Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Tacoma, WA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Administrator to join our team in Tacoma, Washington. This position involves managing payroll processes, union reporting, and light human resources tasks for a small electric company. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction and union payroll, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in an office environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process weekly payrolls using paper timecards, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Prepare monthly union reports for four unions and submit them on time.</p><p>• Handle monthly and quarterly payroll tax reporting and payments.</p><p>• Manage certified and prevailing wage reporting to relevant authorities and fulfill other compliance requirements.</p><p>• Input and process new employee data into the payroll system.</p><p>• Administer weekly garnishments and maintain wage rates for bargaining and non-bargaining employees.</p><p>• Provide payroll-related data and reports for managers as needed.</p><p>• Maintain and update the payroll system to ensure functionality and accuracy.</p><p>• Assist with annual W-2 compilation and distribution.</p><p>• Perform accounts receivable duties, including invoice input, cash applications, and service job setup.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $65,000 to $75,000. Benefits available with this position include paid medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurances; participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with a match and 15 days of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick leave and 9 paid holidays per calendar year.</p>
  • 2026-02-09T18:29:06Z
Payroll Supervisor/Manager
  • Tacoma, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 35.63 - 41.25 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Payroll Supervisor/Manager to join our team in Tacoma, Washington. In this role, you will oversee and manage payroll operations for a large workforce, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all processes. This is a long-term contract position, offering a great opportunity to contribute your expertise in payroll management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage full-cycle payroll operations, including processing, auditing, and reporting.</p><p>• Oversee multi-state payroll functions to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.</p><p>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now and other payroll systems to streamline processes and maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Coordinate bi-monthly payroll for a workforce of over 500 employees.</p><p>• Implement and enforce payroll policies to ensure consistency and compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to address payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.</p><p>• Handle payroll data for multiple platforms, including UKG Pro and Workday Payroll.</p><p>• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of payroll tax filings and other required documentation.</p><p>• Train and mentor payroll staff to enhance performance and efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-02-06T19:43:59Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Seattle, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 26.00 - 31.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Accounts Payable Specialist (Part‑Time)</strong></p><p>We are looking for a part‑time Accounts Payable Specialist to support daily invoice processing and general AP operations. Responsibilities include entering and coding invoices, verifying approvals, preparing payment batches, reconciling vendor statements, and assisting with month‑end tasks as needed.</p>
  • 2026-02-25T20:23:41Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Tacoma, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28.00 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client in Tacoma! As an integral member of the finance team, you’ll process vendor invoices, reconcile statements, manage payment runs, and support month-end close activities. This contract assignment offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your AP expertise with a respected organization.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Accurately process high volume AP invoices and expense reports</li><li>Resolve vendor inquiries and discrepancies</li><li>Prepare and process check runs, ACH, and wire payments</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and maintain AP aging</li><li>Assist with audit requests and month-end close</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-27T23:53:44Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Kent, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28.00 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client in Kent! As an integral member of the finance team, you’ll process vendor invoices, reconcile statements, manage payment runs, and support month-end close activities. This contract assignment offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your AP expertise with a respected organization.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Accurately process high volume AP invoices and expense reports</li><li>Resolve vendor inquiries and discrepancies</li><li>Prepare and process check runs, ACH, and wire payments</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and maintain AP aging</li><li>Assist with audit requests and month-end close</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-27T23:53:44Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Seattle, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28.00 - 35.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Seattle, Washington. In this long-term contract role, you will play a key part in managing and streamlining accounts payable processes while ensuring accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring a detail-oriented approach to managing high volumes of invoices and reconciliations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice coding, data entry, and approval workflows for both project and overhead expenses.<br>• Process and manage a high volume of invoices, averaging 350+ per week.<br>• Reconcile vendor statements and address discrepancies or claims related to invoices.<br>• Maintain accurate AP ledger records and reconcile related general ledger accounts promptly.<br>• Investigate and resolve inventory variances, including quantity and pricing discrepancies.<br>• Administer corporate credit card processes, including transaction reconciliation and reporting.<br>• Manage employee expense reporting, ensuring proper documentation, approvals, and timely reimbursements.<br>• Support month-end closing activities and ensure all accounts payable transactions are appropriately recorded.<br>• Prepare and submit 1099 forms in compliance with tax regulations.<br>• Perform additional accounting tasks and provide support as needed.
  • 2026-02-14T00:04:52Z
Full-Cycle Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Shoreline, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28.00 - 31.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Full-Cycle Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client in Shoreline for a contract engagement through our Full-Time Engagement Professionals (FTEP) program. This is an onsite opportunity, ideal for professionals with end-to-end AP experience who thrive in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle accounts payable processes, including invoice coding, matching, batching, and payment processing</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies efficiently</li><li>Ensure timely payments and maintain accurate records in compliance with company policies</li><li>Collaborate with vendors, internal teams, and management to address AP-related inquiries</li><li>Assist with month-end close and related reporting as needed</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-24T18:43:43Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Issaquah, WA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 28.00 - 32.00 USD / Hourly
  • <ul><li>Process and verify invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies</li><li>Schedule and execute payments to vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding payment issues</li><li>Maintain accurate records of accounts payable transactions and vendor files</li><li>Assist with accounting controls, cash management, and cost control strategies</li><li>Support internal audits and compliance requirements related to payable functions</li><li>Collaborate with accounting and finance teams to optimize AP workflows</li><li>Utilize accounting and ERP software such as Microsoft D365, Oracle NetSuite, SAP, and QuickBooks</li><li>Apply data analysis and reporting tools, including PowerBI and SQL, as needed</li><li>Communicate with vendors and internal teams to address inquiries and ensure timely resolution</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-25T18:28:37Z
Bookkeeper
  • Tacoma, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 33.00 - 38.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to join our client in Tacoma on a contract basis. In this role, you will support daily accounting operations and ensure financial data accuracy for a dynamic, growing business.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain accurate records of financial transactions (AP, AR, general ledger entries)</li><li>Process invoices, payments, and bank deposits</li><li>Reconcile bank and credit card statements</li><li>Prepare month-end and year-end financial reports</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and related recordkeeping</li><li>Support audit preparation and respond to internal or external inquiries</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting best practices</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-28T00:24:06Z
Bookkeeper
  • Renton, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 33.00 - 38.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to join our client in Renton on a contract basis. In this role, you will support daily accounting operations and ensure financial data accuracy for a dynamic, growing business.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain accurate records of financial transactions (AP, AR, general ledger entries)</li><li>Process invoices, payments, and bank deposits</li><li>Reconcile bank and credit card statements</li><li>Prepare month-end and year-end financial reports</li><li>Assist with payroll processing and related recordkeeping</li><li>Support audit preparation and respond to internal or external inquiries</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting best practices</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-28T00:18:43Z
AP Clerk
  • Olympia, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 22.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Accounts Payable Clerk to join our client in Olympia. This contract role involves supporting invoice processing and payment cycles in a dynamic office environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Enter vendor invoices into accounting system for approval and payment</li><li>Prepare reports for management</li><li>Assist with reconciliations and resolve AP discrepancies</li><li>Provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-27T23:58:41Z
AP Clerk
  • Auburn, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 22.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Accounts Payable Clerk to join our client in Auburn. This contract role involves supporting invoice processing and payment cycles in a dynamic office environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Enter vendor invoices into accounting system for approval and payment</li><li>Prepare reports for management</li><li>Assist with reconciliations and resolve AP discrepancies</li><li>Provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-27T23:58:41Z
AP Clerk
  • Renton, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 22.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Accounts Payable Clerk to join our client in Renton. This contract role involves supporting invoice processing and payment cycles in a dynamic office environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Enter vendor invoices into accounting system for approval and payment</li><li>Prepare reports for management</li><li>Assist with reconciliations and resolve AP discrepancies</li><li>Provide excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-27T23:58:41Z
Accounting Clerk
  • Tukwila, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 26.60 - 30.80 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Accounting Clerk to join our team in Tukwila, Washington. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in financial operations to contribute to a dynamic work environment. The ideal candidate will excel in maintaining accurate financial records, processing invoices, and supporting overall accounting functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform account reconciliations to ensure financial records are accurate and up-to-date.<br>• Handle accounts payable tasks, including reviewing and processing invoices for payment.<br>• Manage accounts receivable processes, including generating invoices and tracking payments.<br>• Assist with billing operations to ensure timely and accurate invoicing of clients.<br>• Input and update financial data with precision and attention to detail.<br>• Process invoices efficiently while adhering to company policies and procedures.<br>• Utilize accounting software such as Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP to complete tasks effectively.<br>• Generate reports and spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel to support financial analysis.<br>• Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies and improve processes.<br>• Maintain organized records and documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
  • 2026-02-26T01:18:43Z
AR Clerk
  • Auburn, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 22.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our client in Auburn. In this contract role, you’ll handle payment processing and account reconciliations for a respected local business.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Post customer payments and reconcile accounts</li><li>Follow up on outstanding invoices and collections activities</li><li>Research and resolve payment discrepancies</li><li>Prepare AR aging reports</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-28T00:04:13Z
AR Clerk
  • Renton, WA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 22.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is seeking a skilled Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our client in Renton. In this contract role, you’ll handle payment processing and account reconciliations for a respected local business.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Post customer payments and reconcile accounts</li><li>Follow up on outstanding invoices and collections activities</li><li>Research and resolve payment discrepancies</li><li>Prepare AR aging reports</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-28T00:04:13Z
Part-Time Bookkeeper
  • Seattle, WA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 26.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a part-time Bookkeeper to assist our fast‑growing start up client. If you love bringing structure to companies, enjoy owning your work and thrive in a lean, entrepreneurial environment, this role is the perfect fit. A small but rapidly emerging consumer product start up in the wellness space is looking for a Part‑Time Bookkeeper to support their day‑to‑day accounting operations. The company has their chart of accounts established and their systems in place. They now need someone who can step in, bring clarity and keep things running smoothly as they grow.</p><p> </p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, loves working with founders and wants flexible, meaningful work with a company building something fun and impactful. You’ll be the go‑to accounting support for a two‑person founding team. Initial responsibilities include roughly 10 hours per week with the expectation that long term needs will drop to just a few hours per month after the operational foundation is tightened and processes are streamlined.</p><p><br></p><p>Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li>Managing AP/AR and monitoring cash flow</li><li>Ensuring the founders are paid accurately and compliantly</li><li>Tracking and categorizing expenses</li><li>Performing monthly reconciliations</li><li>Preparing documentation and supporting information for annual tax filings with their CPA</li><li>Reviewing inventory and sales entries to ensure accurate accounting</li><li>Identifying inconsistencies or optimization opportunities and recommending improvements</li></ul><p>What Makes This Role Exciting:</p><ul><li>Flexibility – fully remote, low weekly hours and autonomy to manage your own schedule</li><li>Direct impact – you’ll help build the financial foundation of a growing brand</li><li>Founder exposure – work side‑by‑side with passionate entrepreneurs</li><li>Long‑term potential – while this starts as a contract, there is potential to join them permanently</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-28T01:23:43Z