Payroll Specialist

Robert Half Accountemps • Auburn, WA • Posted June 10, 2026

About the Role

Description
We are partnering with a well-established organization in Auburn, WA seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is detail-oriented, and can hit the ground running managing full-cycle payroll.

Key Responsibilities

+ Process full-cycle, multi-state payroll on a weekly/biweekly basis

+ Ensure accuracy of wages, deductions, bonuses, and commissions

+ Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws

+ Handle payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner

+ Prepare payroll reports and support audits as needed

+ Collaborate with HR and accounting teams on employee data and changes


Requirements

+ 3+ years of payroll processing experience (high-volume preferred)

+ Strong knowledge of payroll laws and compliance requirements

+ Experience with payro...