We are looking for a detail-oriented HR & Payroll Specialist to support day-to-day people operations in Redmond, Washington. This Contract position will help maintain accurate payroll and employee records while contributing to a positive and well-organized employee experience. The role also supports hiring coordination, onboarding and separation activities, and benefits-related administration. Success in this position requires strong judgment, professionalism, and the ability to work effectively with HR systems and internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Administer payroll activities with a high level of accuracy, verifying employee data, pay-related updates, and supporting timely processing.
- Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding tasks, including documentation, scheduling, system updates, and communication with key partners.
- Review and reconcile benefits information to help ensure deductions, enrollments, and records align correctly.
- Assist with recruiting support by scheduling interviews, confirming appointments, maintaining candidate records, and communicating professionally with applicants.
- Maintain organized departmental records and HR documentation in accordance with company procedures and data privacy standards.
- Enter and update employee information within HRIS platforms, including Paylocity, to keep personnel data current and reliable.
- Respond to employee questions related to payroll, benefits, and general HR processes with a courteous and service-oriented approach.
- Support administrative HR projects and process improvements, including activities tied to payroll or HR system updates when needed.
- 3+ years of experience in human resources, payroll administration, or a closely related support role.
- Practical experience using HRIS tools, including Paylocity or similar systems.
- Working knowledge of payroll processes, employee record maintenance, and benefits reconciliation.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage confidential information accurately and efficiently.
- Clear, detail-oriented communication skills with a courteous manner when assisting employees, candidates, and internal teams.
- Proficiency with standard computer and keyboard use for data entry, documentation, and system navigation.
- Ability to coordinate schedules, confirm appointments, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.