Payroll Specialist

About Expeditors

Expeditors specializes in global supply chain management, distinguished by professionalism, leadership, and a welcoming culture that encourages innovation and exceptional customer service in logistics. The company has over 15,000 trained professionals, operates in more than 250 locations worldwide, and is part of the Fortune 500. They utilize globally unified systems to ensure efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain payroll records with utmost accuracy and confidentiality.
• Validate timesheets and correct discrepancies before processing.
• Update personnel changes within the payroll system (Dayforce).
• Assist with tax-related inquiries and ensure compliance.
• Calculate withholdings and deductions based on gross pay.
• Handle Verification of Employment requests promptly.
• Generate and distribute payroll reports regularly.
• Develop and revise payroll processing manuals as needed.
• Troubleshoot payroll issues independently prior to seeking help.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with employees and management to resolve payroll concerns.
• Support management by performing additional tasks when requested.
• Improve processes for greater payroll efficiency.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) required.
• Intermediate proficiency in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal abilities including active listening, clear communication, and positive outcome orientation.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail and effective time management.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Capable of working independently without close supervision.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic and collaborates well within a team environment.

Additional Information and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $55,000 to $65,000 annually. Expeditors offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including paid vacation, holidays and sick leave; medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance; employee assistance programs; life and long-term disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; various optional life and disability plans; commuter benefits; an employee stock purchase plan; and access to training and educational programs.

Work Location and Schedule

This position is based onsite at Expeditors' corporate office located at 1200 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA 98101. The standard working hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Confidentiality

All applicant information will be handled confidentially in accordance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) guidelines.