Northwest Center
Position Title
Staff Accountant – Payroll & GL
Pay Range: $36.05 – $40.86 per hour
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday
Location: Seattle, WA (Hybrid)
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance, effective the month after 30 days of employment
17 Accrued Paid Time Off Days Annually
7 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday; 3 Floating Holiday days annually after one year
Parental Leave & Paid Compassion Leave
Retirement 401(K) with a company match
Employment Assistance Program (EAP) via Spring Health
Mental Wellness Program including six free therapy sessions per year
Company-Provided Orca Pass with Unlimited Use OR Transportation Benefit of $50 per month
Opportunity for career development with our NWC Mentorship Match program
Wellness Reimbursement Program – $25/month
Student Loan Contribution Program – $50/month
Pet Insurance Discount Program
Responsibilities
Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll including manual payroll checks as required
Audit employee timesheets, payroll data, earnings, deductions, reimbursements, and union deductions; ensure accurate remittance and recordkeeping
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including taxes, withholding, unemployment, worker’s compensation, and union agreements
Research, resolve, and clearly communicate payroll discrepancies with HR, Operations, and Finance
Analyze and reconcile Payroll Balance Sheet accounts, identifying and resolving discrepant items
Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll and reporting, including SourceAmerica and other regulatory agencies
Prepare, post, and reconcile general ledger entries
Accurately post customer payments to Accounts Receivable
Support audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
Maintain accurate records and strict confidentiality of payroll and personnel information
Stay current on HRIS/payroll system updates and recommend improvements
Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum five (5) years of payroll processing experience
Three (3) or more years of accounting experience
Advanced Excel proficiency required
Working knowledge of multiple state and city tax systems and online portals
Comprehensive understanding of federal and state payroll regulations
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) a plus
Experience with Paycom or another outsourced payroll provider preferred
Experience in a multi-entity, multi-department, or multi-state environment
Proven ability to meet strict deadlines with accuracy
Strong ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and adapt to change
Ability to deliver great customer service, primarily to employees and Managers along with both internal and external customers
Who We Are Since its inception in 1965, Northwest Center has built and acquired a portfolio of commercial businesses to fuel our mission of disability inclusion and enable our journey North. We own and run a growing portfolio of commercial businesses, supporting enterprises, and large federal agencies. We employ and train people of all abilities and serve as a model for inclusive business everywhere.
We are proud to be an ambitious, dynamic, and driven social enterprise organization that operates successful businesses to drive societal change. We are focused on our collective North—a world where all children have equitable access to education, and the employment rate for people with disabilities is the same as the general population.
Accommodation Northwest Center is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at jobs@nwcenter.org.
Northwest Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veteran status.
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Pay Range: $36.05 – $40.86 per hour
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday
Location: Seattle, WA (Hybrid)
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance, effective the month after 30 days of employment
17 Accrued Paid Time Off Days Annually
7 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday; 3 Floating Holiday days annually after one year
Parental Leave & Paid Compassion Leave
Retirement 401(K) with a company match
Employment Assistance Program (EAP) via Spring Health
Mental Wellness Program including six free therapy sessions per year
Company-Provided Orca Pass with Unlimited Use OR Transportation Benefit of $50 per month
Opportunity for career development with our NWC Mentorship Match program
Wellness Reimbursement Program – $25/month
Student Loan Contribution Program – $50/month
Pet Insurance Discount Program
Responsibilities
Prepare and process bi-weekly payroll including manual payroll checks as required
Audit employee timesheets, payroll data, earnings, deductions, reimbursements, and union deductions; ensure accurate remittance and recordkeeping
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including taxes, withholding, unemployment, worker’s compensation, and union agreements
Research, resolve, and clearly communicate payroll discrepancies with HR, Operations, and Finance
Analyze and reconcile Payroll Balance Sheet accounts, identifying and resolving discrepant items
Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll and reporting, including SourceAmerica and other regulatory agencies
Prepare, post, and reconcile general ledger entries
Accurately post customer payments to Accounts Receivable
Support audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
Maintain accurate records and strict confidentiality of payroll and personnel information
Stay current on HRIS/payroll system updates and recommend improvements
Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum five (5) years of payroll processing experience
Three (3) or more years of accounting experience
Advanced Excel proficiency required
Working knowledge of multiple state and city tax systems and online portals
Comprehensive understanding of federal and state payroll regulations
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) and Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) a plus
Experience with Paycom or another outsourced payroll provider preferred
Experience in a multi-entity, multi-department, or multi-state environment
Proven ability to meet strict deadlines with accuracy
Strong ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and adapt to change
Ability to deliver great customer service, primarily to employees and Managers along with both internal and external customers
Who We Are Since its inception in 1965, Northwest Center has built and acquired a portfolio of commercial businesses to fuel our mission of disability inclusion and enable our journey North. We own and run a growing portfolio of commercial businesses, supporting enterprises, and large federal agencies. We employ and train people of all abilities and serve as a model for inclusive business everywhere.
We are proud to be an ambitious, dynamic, and driven social enterprise organization that operates successful businesses to drive societal change. We are focused on our collective North—a world where all children have equitable access to education, and the employment rate for people with disabilities is the same as the general population.
Accommodation Northwest Center is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and/or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us at jobs@nwcenter.org.
Northwest Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veteran status.
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