Payroll Specialist (Albany)

Position Summary: Express Employment Professionals is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a local organization in Albany, OR. This role is responsible for managing the full payroll process, ensuring accuracy, compliance with wage and hour laws, and providing exceptional support to employees regarding payroll inquiries. If you are detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in high-volume payroll environments, we’d love to connect with you! Key Responsibilities: Payroll Management Collect and verify employee timesheets Process new hires, promotions, terminations, and personnel actions Enter employee data, including health benefits, garnishments, and deductions Respond to payroll-related questions from employees Review and reconcile payroll reports before transmission Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies Process and resolve tax notices and garnishments with a third-party vendor Reconcile benefit vendor invoices Maintain and update payroll records Reporting & Compliance Prepare payroll, tax, and retirement reports Ensure compliance with federal and state wage & hour laws Review payroll staff paychecks before and after transmission for accuracy Additional Duties Assist with developing payroll reports Learn and utilize financial software (NetSuite) Perform other accounting/finance-related tasks as assigned Qualifications & Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; additional training in payroll/accounting preferred 2+ years of payroll experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment (or equivalent combination of education/training) Knowledge of payroll and accounting principles Strong attention to detail and ability to make quick, accurate calculations Proficiency with standard office equipment and data entry Ability to work independently and maintain positive relationships with staff and the public Must pass a criminal history background check (a conviction may not automatically disqualify you) Must have or be able to obtain a valid Oregon driver’s license Schedule & Pay: Full-time position $19.50/hour Located in Albany, OR 📞 How to Apply: Call or text our office at 541-967-3600 to apply today, or submit your resume to Jobs.AlbanyOR@ExpressPros.com.