Payroll Specialist

We take care of our employees, and they take care of our customers!

Become a member of a global community! The international logistics industry is an integral piece of the global trade puzzle; we make the world go round. Global supply chain management is what we do, and at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics. Expeditors is a global logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. As a Fortune 500 company, we employ over 19,000 trained professionals in a worldwide network of over 350+ locations across six continents. Expeditors satisfies the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamless, integrated information systems.

Our Mission

We recruit, train, and retain the very best logistics and technical experts the world over. We love to promote from within - more than 50 percent of our employees have been at Expeditors for five years or more. Our high retention rate is influenced by a unique compensation program for positions that are more than just jobs - they're chances to grow, do what you love and build a career with us!

• Entry Level 0-2 years of experience
• Maintain all payroll data, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and confidentiality
• Verify accuracy of timesheets and correct any errors
• Process personnel changes in payroll system (Dayforce - Ceridian)
• Research and help with tax issues
• Be able to compute withholding and deductions with gross earnings
• Respond to Verification of Employment requests
• Run & distribute payroll reports
• Payment of Commissions and/or Bonuses
• Create and update payroll processing manuals
• Filing/Scanning
• Be able to troubleshoot issue before asking for assistance
• Communicate timely and professionally with employees and managers to resolve issues
• Takes on additional tasks when requested by management
• Creates efficient processes

• BS/BA degree
• Mid-level knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Effective interpersonal skills, including proven abilities to listen, comprehend, effectively communicate clearly and concisely to obtain positive results
• Pro-active and strong organizational skills, attention to detail and time management skills
• Proven analytical skills – ability to analyze/interpret data and take appropriate action
• Capable of working without close supervision
• Strong work ethic and team player

Expected base salary: $55,000 – $65,000

Expeditors offers excellent benefits:

• Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)
• Holidays (10)
• Flexible Days (2)
• Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
• Commuter Benefit
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Training and Personnel Development Program
• Educational Assistance and Reimbursement

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Location

This position is on-site and will reside in the greater Seattle, WA. area at one of the following locations depending on availability. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.

• 1200 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
• 33940 Weyerhaeuser Way S, Federal Way, WA 98001
• 3545 Factoria Blvd SE, Bellevue, WA 98006