Job Opening: Payroll Specialist (On-Site | Washington State Residents Only)
Location: Washington State – On-Site Only
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $66,000 – $75,000 per year (DOE) Schedule: Monday – Friday, Standard Business Hours Career Growth: Long-term opportunities for advancement in HR, Finance, and Payroll leadership

About the Opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled Payroll Specialist to join our growing team in Washington State. This is a fully on-site role open exclusively to Washington State residents. This position plays a vital part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing and compliance for our employees.

You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative department that supports internal growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:
Process bi-weekly and monthly payroll for 200+ employees in accordance with company policies and federal/state regulations

Ensure compliance with all wage and hour laws, payroll tax regulations, and internal audit controls

Maintain payroll records and respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, benefits, and deductions

Prepare and distribute reports for Finance and HR departments

Partner with HR to maintain employee data integrity and support onboarding/offboarding activities

Support year-end processing, including W-2s, ACA compliance, and audit preparation

Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance

Qualifications:
Must be a current Washington State resident

2–4+ years of experience in a Payroll Specialist or similar role

Strong understanding of multi-state payroll laws, including Washington regulations

Proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now, UKG (UltiPro), Paycom, or Workday

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)

Excellent attention to detail, confidentiality, and problem-solving skills

Strong interpersonal and communication abilities

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred

Certifications Preferred (Not Required):
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) – American Payroll Association

Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)

Experience with ERP systems like Oracle or SAP is a plus

Exposure to enterprise-level payroll operations in companies such as Alaska Airlines, Microsoft, or Amazon is highly valued

What We Offer:
Full healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO + paid holidays

Company-paid professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment with clear career advancement paths


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Ready to take your payroll career to the next level? Submit your resume today and become part of a company that values accuracy, integrity, and growth.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.