Payroll Compliance Analyst

We recognize that not everyone wants to grow their career paths in the same way. That’s why CLA exists to create opportunities. We promise to know you and help you.

We are seeking a Payroll Compliance Analyst to join our Western WA (Tacoma or Bellevue) or Spokane office’s employee benefit plan team. Portland, OR or Toledo, OH office also an option. The Payroll Compliance Analyst will work on the multiemployer benefit plan payroll audit process by performing and reviewing payroll audits, maintaining and building client relationships.

As a Payroll Compliance Analyst, you will:

• Assists employee benefit plan team with serving existing and developing prospective multiemployer payroll audit clients.
• Support audit teams by organizing data and selecting testing samples.
• Obtain and read collective bargaining and other agreements to comprehend employer reporting obligations.
• Test employer payroll records for compliance with reporting obligations.
• Provide general support for the local office group.

As our ideal candidate, you have:

• Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree plus two years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's degree, required.
• No prior relevant experience in employee benefit plan industry required but strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of basic accounting concepts
• Proficiency and aptitude for Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
• Ability to work independently at employer sites and in office
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel preferred
• Strong organization skills/goal orientation/self-motivation
• Ability to handle pressure in a positive professional manner
• Communication is clear, concise, and considerate of the needs of others
• Works cooperatively with others and values the different contributions people make
• Focus efforts on managing work to exceed client expectations
• Willingness to travel

Our Perks

• Flexible PTO (designed to offer flexible time away for you!)
• Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave.
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Mental health coverage
• Quarterly Wellness stipend
• Fertility benefits
• Complete list of benefits here

Compensation Strategy

Our approach to compensation emphasizes collaboration and career growth. We pay competitive wages and view compensation as an investment in our people. Factors such as geography, experience, education, skills, and knowledge may impact position of pay within the range. These same factors may cause starting pay to be below or above the posted range.

The Washington posting range for this role is $19.20/hour - $35.40/hour

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