Ywcaworks
Payroll Specialist
Ywcaworks, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Why work with YWCA Seattle King Snohomish?YWCA SKS is the region’s largest non-profit organization with a 120+ year legacy, focused on the needs of women, with programs serving 7,000 people each year. When you work with YWCA, you make a difference.We’re women and BIPOC-led, family-centered, and supportive of employees. As a full-time YWCA employee (30+ hours), you’ll enjoy a benefits package including medical insurance, generous vacation, holiday, sick leave plans, and an outstanding retirement plan. Put your passion for racial equity and social justice to work –
apply today!What You'll DoThe Payroll department is responsible for all of the agency’s internal Payroll functions including processing timesheets, cutting paychecks, processing benefits payments, and calculating and processing Payroll taxes for 400+ staff members on a semi-monthly basis. Under the direction of the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for timely, accurate processing of payroll and benefit transactions and for the accuracy of payroll and benefits data.The Payroll Specialist performs the full range of record keeping and payroll processing activities and participates in the production of semi-monthly payroll. The work of this position is deadline driven and requires a work schedule to meet these deadlines.This position has a social justice component that requires critical thinking through the lens of racism and intersections with poverty. Knowing the core principles of antiracism and grounding those principles in everyday work are required job skills and core values. As an equal opportunity employer, we highly encourage people of color to apply.Expectations of your role:Process semi-monthly payroll, calculate and process garnishments & serve as backup for Payroll Manager when neededReconcile benefit invoices to employee deductions and G/L & Provide timely support to staff inquiriesMaintain accurate and complete filing systems - Perform audits of systems to maintain integrityTrain new staff in system as part of new hire orientationCalculate and process any needed adjustments, terminations and other changes accurately each pay periodAccurately record and document all payroll transactions to ensure complete recordkeeping and audit trailProvide support for all audit needs; Assist with quarterly and annual reporting requirementsMaintain employee confidence and protect Payroll operations by keeping information confidentialSupport accounting department, HR as needed, and actively engage in agency-wideAttend required safety trainings and meetings; follow all safety and health guidelines, standards, practices, policies, and procedures; and actively participate in the agency’s Emergency Preparedness program and activitiesMust have's to be successful:Experience in processing payroll, bookkeeping and/or benefit related account reconciliationStrong mathematical competency with the ability to perform reconciliationsIntermediate level of computer skills critical including use of database, word processing, spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel).Ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlinesAbility to work independently, be proactive, problem solve and take initiative as well as work in and add value to a team environment, pitching in as needed to "get the job done”Effective written and verbal skillsCustomer service orientation, including ability to communicate effectively and work with individuals at all levels of the organizationDemonstrated commitment to anti-racist principlesExperience working with communities of color and people from different culturesDemonstrated understanding of the intersection of racism and povertyHours, Rate, and BenefitsHourly Rate: $27.00Hours: 40 hours per weekExcellent benefits package including medical insurance, retirement plan, plus generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave plansAt the time of hire, employees may enroll voluntarily in the Fidelity 403b PlanAfter two years of employment, employees are eligible to participate in the YWCA Retirement FundPhysical RequirementsContinuously performs indoor work including sitting while operating a computerContinuously exchanges information through listening and talking with clients, agency staff, employers, representatives of community organizations, and other individuals in the communityFrequently stands, walks, sits, and climbs in performing duties in the workspace and in the communityFrequently reaches and grasps in using telephones, computers, fax machines, and other office equipment and suppliesOccasionally lifts/carries 10 pounds or lessOccasionally stands, squats, kneels, and bends while performing job duties*Continuously = Over 80% of the time * Frequently = 20-80% * Occasionally = Under 20%#LI-HybridYWCA encourages applicants with a variety of experiences to apply!At YWCA, we recognize that lived expertise is a powerful asset. This refers to the insights, knowledge, and skills developed by those who have navigated systems and experienced inequity.Valuing lived expertise helps build trust with program participants, develop culturally responsive programs, and break down barriers to equity. It enriches our collective understanding and enhances our ability to serve communities that are furthest from opportunity.Mental Health ConsiderationsAll employees of the YWCA interact with clients who have experienced or are experiencing trauma in various forms, including but not limited to, racial trauma, domestic violence, sexual violence, homelessness, unemployment, and financial hardship. As a result, employees are at risk of
secondary trauma.
We encourage employees to seek support inside and outside the workplace and maintain self-care routines.Equal Opportunity EmploymentYWCA Seattle King Snohomish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To read more about this, view the
EEO is the Law
Poster and this
EEO is the Law Poster Supplement .For more informationContact us at
careers@ywcaworks.org
with any questions or if you need accommodation for your application.
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apply today!What You'll DoThe Payroll department is responsible for all of the agency’s internal Payroll functions including processing timesheets, cutting paychecks, processing benefits payments, and calculating and processing Payroll taxes for 400+ staff members on a semi-monthly basis. Under the direction of the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for timely, accurate processing of payroll and benefit transactions and for the accuracy of payroll and benefits data.The Payroll Specialist performs the full range of record keeping and payroll processing activities and participates in the production of semi-monthly payroll. The work of this position is deadline driven and requires a work schedule to meet these deadlines.This position has a social justice component that requires critical thinking through the lens of racism and intersections with poverty. Knowing the core principles of antiracism and grounding those principles in everyday work are required job skills and core values. As an equal opportunity employer, we highly encourage people of color to apply.Expectations of your role:Process semi-monthly payroll, calculate and process garnishments & serve as backup for Payroll Manager when neededReconcile benefit invoices to employee deductions and G/L & Provide timely support to staff inquiriesMaintain accurate and complete filing systems - Perform audits of systems to maintain integrityTrain new staff in system as part of new hire orientationCalculate and process any needed adjustments, terminations and other changes accurately each pay periodAccurately record and document all payroll transactions to ensure complete recordkeeping and audit trailProvide support for all audit needs; Assist with quarterly and annual reporting requirementsMaintain employee confidence and protect Payroll operations by keeping information confidentialSupport accounting department, HR as needed, and actively engage in agency-wideAttend required safety trainings and meetings; follow all safety and health guidelines, standards, practices, policies, and procedures; and actively participate in the agency’s Emergency Preparedness program and activitiesMust have's to be successful:Experience in processing payroll, bookkeeping and/or benefit related account reconciliationStrong mathematical competency with the ability to perform reconciliationsIntermediate level of computer skills critical including use of database, word processing, spreadsheet software (Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel).Ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlinesAbility to work independently, be proactive, problem solve and take initiative as well as work in and add value to a team environment, pitching in as needed to "get the job done”Effective written and verbal skillsCustomer service orientation, including ability to communicate effectively and work with individuals at all levels of the organizationDemonstrated commitment to anti-racist principlesExperience working with communities of color and people from different culturesDemonstrated understanding of the intersection of racism and povertyHours, Rate, and BenefitsHourly Rate: $27.00Hours: 40 hours per weekExcellent benefits package including medical insurance, retirement plan, plus generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave plansAt the time of hire, employees may enroll voluntarily in the Fidelity 403b PlanAfter two years of employment, employees are eligible to participate in the YWCA Retirement FundPhysical RequirementsContinuously performs indoor work including sitting while operating a computerContinuously exchanges information through listening and talking with clients, agency staff, employers, representatives of community organizations, and other individuals in the communityFrequently stands, walks, sits, and climbs in performing duties in the workspace and in the communityFrequently reaches and grasps in using telephones, computers, fax machines, and other office equipment and suppliesOccasionally lifts/carries 10 pounds or lessOccasionally stands, squats, kneels, and bends while performing job duties*Continuously = Over 80% of the time * Frequently = 20-80% * Occasionally = Under 20%#LI-HybridYWCA encourages applicants with a variety of experiences to apply!At YWCA, we recognize that lived expertise is a powerful asset. This refers to the insights, knowledge, and skills developed by those who have navigated systems and experienced inequity.Valuing lived expertise helps build trust with program participants, develop culturally responsive programs, and break down barriers to equity. It enriches our collective understanding and enhances our ability to serve communities that are furthest from opportunity.Mental Health ConsiderationsAll employees of the YWCA interact with clients who have experienced or are experiencing trauma in various forms, including but not limited to, racial trauma, domestic violence, sexual violence, homelessness, unemployment, and financial hardship. As a result, employees are at risk of
secondary trauma.
We encourage employees to seek support inside and outside the workplace and maintain self-care routines.Equal Opportunity EmploymentYWCA Seattle King Snohomish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To read more about this, view the
EEO is the Law
Poster and this
EEO is the Law Poster Supplement .For more informationContact us at
careers@ywcaworks.org
with any questions or if you need accommodation for your application.
#J-18808-Ljbffr