Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc.
Payroll Specialist (UKG Ready)
Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc., Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Overview Payroll Specialist II – UKG Ready (Nonprofit) for Relay Resources in Portland, OR. Motus Recruiting and Staffing is proud to partner with Relay Resources, a mission-driven organization dedicated to creating meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. This role supports the accurate and timely processing of Relay Resources’ payroll, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, contracts, and internal policies. It serves as a key resource in payroll-related problem solving, data integrity, and reporting. The Payroll Specialist II works closely with HR, Finance, IT, and Labor Relations to ensure accurate data flow and coordinated processes across departments. Experience with UKG Ready is essential for maintaining efficient workflows, accurate reporting, and compliance.
Contract to Hire : 3 months |
Pay : $29.00 - $30.75/hr |
Location : Portland, OR (Hybrid)
About Relay Resources
Relay Resources is dedicated to cultivating meaningful work for people with disabilities. The organization partners with customers to identify business needs and create customized solutions that support the employment and independence of individuals through training, jobs, and housing.
About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc.
Founded in 2006, Motus is a recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Payroll Administration – 65%
Process accurate and timely payroll for all employees, including complex pay scenarios, in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Act as backup for the Senior Payroll Specialist and help coordinate the payroll team, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient payroll operations.
Conduct regular audits to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance and prepare detailed payroll reports for management and government agencies.
Maintain accurate employee data and resolve payroll discrepancies in collaboration with HR, Finance, and Labor Relations.
Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Employee Labor Relations to maintain accurate employee data, address inquiries, and resolve payroll discrepancies.
Utilize UKG for timekeeping, payroll data entry, validation, reporting, and issue resolution.
Administer employee garnishments, advances, check replacements, and termination checks in accordance with policies.
Compliance & Data Integrity – 30%
Ensure payroll practices comply with all relevant laws, including minimum wage, overtime, benefits, and deductions.
Administer and audit payroll in alignment with SEIU and LL483 collective bargaining agreements.
Ensure all payroll data, such as timesheets, deductions, and benefits, are entered accurately and reconciled using UKG.
Support payroll requirements for federally contracted employees.
Manage garnishment processing and responses in compliance with legal requirements.
Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation to support audits and compliance reviews.
Other – 5%
Assist in onboarding and supporting junior payroll staff as needed, promoting collaboration and efficiency.
Help administer SEIU Union benefits, ensuring accurate deductions and compliance with union agreements.
Support quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and distribution.
Provide professional, timely customer service to employees, managers, and external stakeholders related to Payroll via phone, email, and in-person.
Prepare payroll reports for Finance & Accounting, HR, and external stakeholders as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
3–5 years of payroll processing or related accounting experience, with proven accuracy and attention to detail.
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or Human Resources (preferred).
Advanced proficiency in UKG Ready payroll and timekeeping systems required.
Strong command of federal, state (including Oregon and Washington), and local payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
Demonstrated success managing payroll for diverse and unionized employee populations across multiple states.
Skilled in troubleshooting payroll issues, generating reports, and maintaining data integrity.
Highly organized, deadline-driven, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
Bilingual or multilingual (Spanish or ASL preferred).
Additional Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc. by 2x.
Job identifiers
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Accounting/Auditing, Administrative, and General Business
Industries: Non-profit Organizations, Accounting, and Administrative and Support Services
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview Payroll Specialist II – UKG Ready (Nonprofit) for Relay Resources in Portland, OR. Motus Recruiting and Staffing is proud to partner with Relay Resources, a mission-driven organization dedicated to creating meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. This role supports the accurate and timely processing of Relay Resources’ payroll, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, contracts, and internal policies. It serves as a key resource in payroll-related problem solving, data integrity, and reporting. The Payroll Specialist II works closely with HR, Finance, IT, and Labor Relations to ensure accurate data flow and coordinated processes across departments. Experience with UKG Ready is essential for maintaining efficient workflows, accurate reporting, and compliance.
Contract to Hire : 3 months |
Pay : $29.00 - $30.75/hr |
Location : Portland, OR (Hybrid)
About Relay Resources
Relay Resources is dedicated to cultivating meaningful work for people with disabilities. The organization partners with customers to identify business needs and create customized solutions that support the employment and independence of individuals through training, jobs, and housing.
About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc.
Founded in 2006, Motus is a recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Payroll Administration – 65%
Process accurate and timely payroll for all employees, including complex pay scenarios, in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Act as backup for the Senior Payroll Specialist and help coordinate the payroll team, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient payroll operations.
Conduct regular audits to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance and prepare detailed payroll reports for management and government agencies.
Maintain accurate employee data and resolve payroll discrepancies in collaboration with HR, Finance, and Labor Relations.
Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Employee Labor Relations to maintain accurate employee data, address inquiries, and resolve payroll discrepancies.
Utilize UKG for timekeeping, payroll data entry, validation, reporting, and issue resolution.
Administer employee garnishments, advances, check replacements, and termination checks in accordance with policies.
Compliance & Data Integrity – 30%
Ensure payroll practices comply with all relevant laws, including minimum wage, overtime, benefits, and deductions.
Administer and audit payroll in alignment with SEIU and LL483 collective bargaining agreements.
Ensure all payroll data, such as timesheets, deductions, and benefits, are entered accurately and reconciled using UKG.
Support payroll requirements for federally contracted employees.
Manage garnishment processing and responses in compliance with legal requirements.
Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation to support audits and compliance reviews.
Other – 5%
Assist in onboarding and supporting junior payroll staff as needed, promoting collaboration and efficiency.
Help administer SEIU Union benefits, ensuring accurate deductions and compliance with union agreements.
Support quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and distribution.
Provide professional, timely customer service to employees, managers, and external stakeholders related to Payroll via phone, email, and in-person.
Prepare payroll reports for Finance & Accounting, HR, and external stakeholders as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
3–5 years of payroll processing or related accounting experience, with proven accuracy and attention to detail.
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or Human Resources (preferred).
Advanced proficiency in UKG Ready payroll and timekeeping systems required.
Strong command of federal, state (including Oregon and Washington), and local payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
Demonstrated success managing payroll for diverse and unionized employee populations across multiple states.
Skilled in troubleshooting payroll issues, generating reports, and maintaining data integrity.
Highly organized, deadline-driven, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
Bilingual or multilingual (Spanish or ASL preferred).
Additional Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc. by 2x.
Job identifiers
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Accounting/Auditing, Administrative, and General Business
Industries: Non-profit Organizations, Accounting, and Administrative and Support Services
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr