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Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator

SumBridgeRenton, WA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

SumBridge is hiring a Payroll Administrator to join our consulting team supporting our client for a long-term project. This Payroll Administrator is responsible for supporting the accurate and compliant processing of bi-weekly, multi-site payroll, managing payroll-related accounting activities, and ensuring regulatory compliance with federal, state, and local laws. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of payroll systems (preferably ADP), and a collaborative mindset to work cross-functionally with HR, Operations, and Finance. The Payroll Administrator role will last at a minimum through the end of Q1 2026. The role does offer competitive compensation and benefits including healthcare and PTO. This is a hybrid role and the offices are based in South King County.

Job Responsibilities :

Payroll Processing & Compliance

  • Support the bi-weekly processing of multi-state payroll, including garnishments, benefits, and tax withholdings.
  • Ensure payroll compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, including minimum wage, wage and hour laws, and sick leave policies.
  • Review payroll inputs such as new hires, terminations, promotions, and transfers for accuracy.
  • Maintain payroll systems to reflect changes in wages, benefits, and time-off balances.
  • Perform audits on payroll processes, W-2s, and year-to-date earnings.

Reporting & Analysis

  • Generate, analyze, and distribute payroll and labor-related reports on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
  • Create and present reports to identify and resolve process inefficiencies.
  • Collaborate with departments to reconcile payroll-related data and ensure accuracy in financial records.

    • Accounting & Reconciliation

  • Prepare payroll-related journal entries and support the month-end close process.
  • Reconcile payroll accounts, review financial transactions, and make adjustments as needed.
  • Analyze financial statements for accuracy and investigate variances.
  • Produce scheduled and ad hoc financial reports for management review.
  • Assist with general accounting support and research of financial transactions.

    • Systems & Process Improvement

  • Support the implementation of new payroll and people services software solutions.
  • Provide guidance and support to supervisors regarding payroll best practices and system use.
  • Continuously seek opportunities to streamline and improve payroll and accounting processes.

    • Job Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
  • 3+ years of payroll and accounting experience; multi-state payroll experience strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency with payroll systems (ADP experience highly desirable).
  • Solid understanding of payroll regulations and accounting principles.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial reporting tools.
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