Posted 22 July, 2026
Payroll Specialist
LHH US
Portland, OR, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Title: Union Payroll Specialist
Compensation: $31-$34/hour
Schedule: 100% onsite, Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Reports to: Payroll Manager
Position Overview
The Union Payroll Specialist is responsible for supporting the payroll function in a high-volume, multi-state environment. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining compliance, and supporting employees with payroll-related inquiries. The position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage complex union payroll requirements, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
Key Responsibilities
• Process weekly payroll for approximately 700 employees across multiple states and union agreements
• Audit time and attendance data to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Maintain payroll records and ensure data integrity within the system
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve employee inquiries in a timely manner
• Assist with federal, state, and local payroll tax compliance and reporting
• Prepare payroll reports and support internal and external audits
• Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll-related issues and improve processes
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information
• Communicate updates and escalate issues to leadership as needed
Qualifications
• 2+ years of payroll or related experience
• Experience processing high-volume, multi-state payroll
• Union payroll experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in payroll systems (experience with Dayforce preferred)
• Strong Excel and general computer skills
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and prioritization abilities
• Strong communication skills and a professional, team-oriented approach
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High level of discretion and attention to detail
Preferred Experience
• 5+ years of payroll or accounting experience
• Experience working with complex union agreements and requirements
Team and Work Environment
• Collaborative team of three payroll professionals
• Team-oriented culture with open communication and idea sharing
• Independent work style with minimal micromanagement
• Fast-paced environment with defined weekly payroll cycles
Benefits
• Competitive compensation
• Incentive bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account options
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
Pay Details: $31.00 to $34.00 per hour
Search managed by: Austin Pellissier
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
Compensation: $31-$34/hour
Schedule: 100% onsite, Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Reports to: Payroll Manager
Position Overview
The Union Payroll Specialist is responsible for supporting the payroll function in a high-volume, multi-state environment. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining compliance, and supporting employees with payroll-related inquiries. The position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage complex union payroll requirements, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
Key Responsibilities
• Process weekly payroll for approximately 700 employees across multiple states and union agreements
• Audit time and attendance data to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Maintain payroll records and ensure data integrity within the system
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve employee inquiries in a timely manner
• Assist with federal, state, and local payroll tax compliance and reporting
• Prepare payroll reports and support internal and external audits
• Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll-related issues and improve processes
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information
• Communicate updates and escalate issues to leadership as needed
Qualifications
• 2+ years of payroll or related experience
• Experience processing high-volume, multi-state payroll
• Union payroll experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in payroll systems (experience with Dayforce preferred)
• Strong Excel and general computer skills
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and prioritization abilities
• Strong communication skills and a professional, team-oriented approach
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• High level of discretion and attention to detail
Preferred Experience
• 5+ years of payroll or accounting experience
• Experience working with complex union agreements and requirements
Team and Work Environment
• Collaborative team of three payroll professionals
• Team-oriented culture with open communication and idea sharing
• Independent work style with minimal micromanagement
• Fast-paced environment with defined weekly payroll cycles
Benefits
• Competitive compensation
• Incentive bonus opportunity
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account options
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
Pay Details: $31.00 to $34.00 per hour
Search managed by: Austin Pellissier
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
