Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a direct hire opportunity in Renton, WA. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with 3-5 years of experience who enjoys accuracy, compliance, client service, and working in a collaborative team environment.
As a Payroll Specialist, you will support payroll processing for multiple clients, maintain accurate payroll records, and help ensure payroll operations are completed on time and in compliance with applicable regulations. This opportunity offers meaningful work, room for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to a supportive team that values collaboration, process improvement, and high-quality service.
The right candidate will bring strong payroll knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced business services environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Process payroll for multiple clients accurately and within required timelines.
- Maintain, update, and reconcile payroll records, reports, and related documentation.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
- Research and resolve payroll discrepancies in partnership with internal team members.
- Support process improvements to increase payroll accuracy, efficiency, and client satisfaction.
- Communicate professionally with team members and stakeholders regarding payroll questions and updates.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary range: $62,790 to $75,322 per year.
- Direct hire opportunity.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans
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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.
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Required Qualifications and Skills
- Process payroll for multiple clients with accuracy and timeliness.
- Maintain payroll records, reports, and compliance documentation.
- Resolve payroll discrepancies and support payroll process improvements.
- Ensure payroll practices align with federal, state, and local regulations.
- 3-5 years of payroll experience, preferably as a Payroll Specialist or in a similar role.
- Strong understanding of payroll processes, wage calculations, deductions, and payroll compliance requirements.
- Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment while managing deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience processing payroll for multiple clients or business entities.
- Prior experience in a business services or client-focused payroll environment.
- Familiarity with payroll reporting, reconciliations, and compliance audits.
- Interest in long-term career growth within payroll, HR operations, or benefits administration.