operational control. This role will work primarily to support the customer relationship with Amazon. We are seeking a Program Specialist Customer Success who combines supply chain knowledge, operational problem-solving,…
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Payroll Specialist jobs in Seattle, WA
Payroll specialists make sure people are paid correctly and on time. They process pay runs, handle deductions, and keep payroll compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.
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will enable a better tomorrow To add depth to our pre-eminent Coastal Engineering Practice, we are looking for a Bridge Hydraulics Specialist to join our team. You are going to work closely with a team of experts and wil…
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We are hiring an accomplished Senior WW Storage GTM Specialist to support the growth of AWS Storage services with a specific focus on object storage workloads. As AWS continues to grow its presence globally, the Senior S…
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing finance team in Seattle, Washington in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys bringin…
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supporting Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications (ERP and SCM).Preferred Certification: Oracle Fusion ERP or SCM Cloud Implementation Specialist. Get to know us: Learn more about our Corporate Office and Culture.Hybrid Work M…
We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist in Bellevue, Washington for a contract role with the potential for a permanent position. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong accounting knowledge wi…
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and workshops as repeatable, practical resources that scale enablement across the field and partners.About the teamThe Worldwide Specialist Organization (WWSO) is part of AWS Specialist and Partner Organization (ASP). Sp…
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Do you want to help define the future of Go to Market (GTM) at AWS using generative AI (GenAI)? AWS Specialist Solutions Architects (SSAs) are technologists with deep domain-specific expertise, able to address advanced c…
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Do you want to lead a global team of deep technical specialists who help the world's most ambitious organizations build on AWS relational database services? Are you energized by working directly with customers to solve c…
DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas t…
serve over 95,000 businesses and process over $135B in annual payroll. As a "One Employer Solution” headquartered in Chandler, Arizona... ...out more by visiting . Position Summary The Payroll Specialist helps support ou…
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serve over 95,000 businesses and process over $135B in annual payroll. As a "One Employer Solution” headquartered in Chandler, Arizona... ...visiting . Position Summary The Payroll Distribution Specialist is responsible…
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What payroll specialists earn in Seattle
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $27–$35 | $56k–$72k |
| Mid level | $33–$43 | $69k–$90k |
| Senior | $42–$54 | $88k–$112k |
Adjusted for the Seattle market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Payroll processingADP, Paychex, or WorkdayMulti-state payroll taxWage and hour complianceGarnishments and deductionsBenefits administration basicsExcelDiscretion and confidentialityAccuracy under deadlines
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through a full payroll cycle you have run.
Cover collecting time data, validating changes, processing, review, and post-run reporting. Emphasize your checks before anything is finalized.
How do you handle a payroll error after employees have been paid?
Show urgency and correctness: quantify the error, follow the legal rules for corrections, communicate honestly with those affected, and fix the root cause.
What experience do you have with multi-state payroll?
Name the states and the wrinkles you managed, such as local taxes, differing overtime rules, or remote-worker registrations.
How do you process garnishments and other involuntary deductions?
Show you know the order of priority, response deadlines, and the documentation trail, and that you treat these with strict confidentiality.
Which payroll systems have you used, and have you been through a conversion?
Name the platforms and your depth in each. Conversion or implementation experience is a strong differentiator worth detailing.
How do you keep payroll data confidential?
Mention access controls, clean-desk habits, and declining to discuss compensation outside proper channels, even under social pressure.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For payroll specialists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the payroll size you ran: employee count, pay frequencies, and number of states or entities.
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Quantify accuracy, such as error rates or consecutive on-time pay runs, since that is the core promise of the role.
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Name your platforms exactly — ADP Workforce Now, Paychex Flex, Workday, Gusto — as job posts filter on them.
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Include compliance wins, like clean payroll tax filings, resolved agency notices, or year-end W-2 cycles delivered without corrections.
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List certifications such as FPC or CPP; they carry real weight in payroll hiring.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Payroll Specialist
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