Payroll Specialist
Expeditors • Seattle, Washington • Full Time • $55,000–$65,000 / year
Posted on Tue, Sep 1, 2026
Company Description
We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder
Global supply chain management is what we do, but 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.
- 15,000 trained professionals
- 250+ locations worldwide
- Fortune 500
- Globally unified systems
Job Description
Job Description
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)
- 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
- Create and update payroll processing manuals
- Be able to troubleshoot issue before asking for assistance
- Communicate timely and professionally with employees and managers to help and resolve issues Takes on additional tasks when requested by management
- Creates efficient processes
Qualifications
- 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
Additional Information
Expected base salary: $55,000 – $65,000
Expeditors offers competitive benefits to all full time employees including:
- Paid Vacation, Holiday and Sick Time
- Health Plan: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental and Vision
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life and Long Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Various Optional Life and Disability Plans
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Training and Education Program
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Location
Onsite at our Corporate Seattle location.
- 1200 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
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What the data says about this job
- Advertised pay for Payroll Specialist in Greater Seattle: a median of $69,192 across 76 priced postings. This posting advertises $55,000 to $65,000, 13% below that median. Explore the market
- Expeditors's roles typically close in 13 days; the market median is 14 days. Time to close
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