Payroll Specialist

Dayforce

Payroll Specialist responsible for end-to-end payroll cycle for U.S. employees.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeTacoma • Kansas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in executing end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring compliance with State and Federal pay laws, and generating financial reports for analysis. Proficient in using Dayforce and advanced Excel functionalities to manage payroll data and maintain confidentiality.

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End-To-End Payroll ProcessingDayforce ProficiencyCertified Payroll Professional (CPP)Data Analysis SkillsCompliance with Payroll Regulations

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingFinancial ReportingData AnalysisExcel FormulasPivot TablesVLOOKUP/XLOOKUPPayroll ComplianceTax AuditingCollective Agreements AdministrationRetroactivity Calculation

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationCreative Problem SolvingConfidentiality Management

Tools & Technologies

DayforceMS Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Industry Keywords

Payroll ProcessState and Federal Pay LawsUnion DeductionsGarnishmentsEmployment RecordsFinancial ComplianceConfidentiality Legislation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for the execution of the end-to-end payroll process of our pay groups in Dayforce covering salaried, hourly, and union employees across multiple sites in the U.S.
Ensure compliance and integrity of the payroll process.
Generate payroll-related reports for analysis, information, or statistical purposes.
Prepare financial reports for accounting and auditing purposes.
Administer State and Federal pay laws (Employment Records, Family Support, Garnishments, Union Deductions, etc.).
Communicate and maintain good collaboration with internal (HR, Finance, Tax, Compliance, etc.) and external stakeholders.
Administer pay rules and work policies for all Collective Agreements.
Proceed to third-party remittance processes (Government, Union, etc.).
Administer taxable benefits (Auto benefits, Group Insurance, Disability, 401(k) and others).
Calculate retroactivities or other special payments.
Respond to pay-related questions and requests from employees, managers, and external agencies.
Audit State and Federal Pay records (Tax forms, pay statements, etc.).
Participate in month-end, year-end, and quarter-end processes and ensure compliance with established standards and any other requested tasks related to the function.
Maintain confidentiality of payroll information in alignment with privacy legislation and internal controls.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years of experience processing multiple payrolls across the U.S. for salaried, hourly and union employees
College or University Degree in Accounting, Administration, Human Resources and/or in a related field preferred
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred
Advanced knowledge and use of Dayforce
Advanced skills in MS Office Suite, specifically Excel formulas, pivot tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOPUP
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
Ability to work in a team and individually
Creative problem solver, solution-based focus
Strong data analysis and math skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Note: Employment at Stella-Jones is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, and candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.