Lead Payroll Specialist

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Lead Payroll Specialist to join our team in Wilsonville, OR. In this temporary, 100% onsite role, you will be responsible for processing payroll for 3,000 employees across multiple states, including Oregon, Washington, California, Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while complying with state and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process payroll for 3,000 employees across multiple states (OR, WA, CA, WY, ID, MT), ensuring accuracy and compliance with state and federal laws.
• Lead and oversee the payroll team, ensuring all deadlines are met and quality standards are maintained.
• Perform complex payroll calculations, including deductions, benefits, garnishments, bonuses, and commissions.
• Ensure proper tax withholding and filing for multiple states, addressing state-specific payroll requirements and regulations.
• Handle employee inquiries related to payroll discrepancies, benefits, and taxes.
• Ensure timely and accurate issuance of paychecks, direct deposits, and tax forms (W-2s, 1099s, etc.).
• Work closely with HR and finance teams to resolve payroll-related issues and ensure the seamless integration of payroll data.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, ensuring all changes (e.g., deductions, salary adjustments) are accurately reflected.
• Assist in preparing payroll-related reports for management, including summary reports, tax filings, and audit documentation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour laws, including overtime, minimum wage, and other regulatory requirements.
• Provide training and guidance to other payroll staff as needed.
• Perform additional payroll-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll processing, including experience with multi-state payroll.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, regulations, and best practices, particularly for the states of OR, WA, CA, WY, ID, and MT.
• Proven experience in leading or supervising a payroll team.
• Experience with payroll software and systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, UltiPro, etc.).
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) designation is preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of benefits administration and tax reporting is a plus.
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.