Job Opening: Payroll Specialist with Human Resources

Payroll Specicalist with Human Resources -- Washington. Temp-to-Hire. $19.00 - $22.00 per hour. Three days per week 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Benefits with permanent offer.  The prime candidate must be highly motivated and detail-oriented. This individual must be able to effectively communicate, thrive on being challenged by and working closely with their colleagues, and have the ability to think outside the box and balance a versatile workload.

Responsibilities:

• Research and respond to employee inquiries via numerous avenues of communication
• Lead the on-boarding process for new hires, which includes all documentation, job posts, and orientation
• Arrange all employee files and keep up to date records
• Oversee benefit enrollments for 408 SEP, voluntary life insurance, and various other benefit options
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and procedures
• Maintain thorough and accurate data, notes, memos, and other records regarding employees
• Contribute freely where your expertise can add value to the team and organization by suggesting projects, improvements, or new concepts
• Interpret company policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Paychex Payroll platform is favorable
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Google Documents
• Bachelor's degree in related fields preferred, but not required
• Transportation or trucking industry knowledge is a plus