Payroll Consultant Jobs in Washington
Payroll Consultant jobs in Washington are open across Seattle, Bellevue, and Bothell and other Washington metros, with employers like 3MD, Collabera, and Columbia Bank hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About the Role:
The HR Senior Payroll Analyst is an advanced individual contributor and subject matter expert responsible for complex payroll operations, compliance and oversight. This role will lead complex payroll activities; influencing cross-functional processes and acts as an escalation point.
- Leads payroll validation, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timeliness of payroll processing.
- Makes decisions on complex or high-risk payroll issues; escalates only when necessary.
- Leads reconciliation strategy and ensures audit-ready balances and controls.
- Serves as SME on payroll regulations, garnishments, and multi-state compliance.
- Leads resolution of escalated/high-risk issues; performs root cause analysis and prevention.
- Designs and interprets complex reporting; delivers insights to leadership and partners.
- Leads system enhancements, testing strategy, and payroll process optimization.
- Leads audit support and ensures strong internal controls and readiness.
- Influences decisions across HR, Finance, HRIS, and vendors.
- Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.
- Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.
- Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.
- May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.
- Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.
- Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.
- Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice”.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
About You:
- High School Diploma required.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, human resources, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years Payroll experience including complex/multi-state payroll required.
- Prior mentoring or informal leadership experience preferred.
- Advanced expertise in payroll systems, operations, and regulatory environments.
- Strong project leadership and change management capabilities.
- Advanced analytical, reporting, and spreadsheet or data skills.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and drive decisions across HR, Finance, and business partners.
- Strong judgement, initiative, and ability to work independently on highly complex issues.
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) preferred.
The pay range for this role is $85,000.00 to $110,000.00
The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.
Primary Location: Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).
2228 South 78th Street Tacoma WA 98409
Our Benefits:
We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits.
We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.
Our Commitment to Diversity:
Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: careers@columbiabank.com.
To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:
Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.
About the Role:
The HR Senior Payroll Analyst is an advanced individual contributor and subject matter expert responsible for complex payroll operations, compliance and oversight. This role will lead complex payroll activities; influencing cross-functional processes and acts as an escalation point.
- Leads payroll validation, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timeliness of payroll processing.
- Makes decisions on complex or high-risk payroll issues; escalates only when necessary.
- Leads reconciliation strategy and ensures audit-ready balances and controls.
- Serves as SME on payroll regulations, garnishments, and multi-state compliance.
- Leads resolution of escalated/high-risk issues; performs root cause analysis and prevention.
- Designs and interprets complex reporting; delivers insights to leadership and partners.
- Leads system enhancements, testing strategy, and payroll process optimization.
- Leads audit support and ensures strong internal controls and readiness.
- Influences decisions across HR, Finance, HRIS, and vendors.
- Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes.
- Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training.
- Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description.
- May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert.
- Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words.
- Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate.
- Embraces our vision to become “Business Bank of Choice”.
- May perform other duties as assigned.
About You:
- High School Diploma required.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, human resources, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years Payroll experience including complex/multi-state payroll required.
- Prior mentoring or informal leadership experience preferred.
- Advanced expertise in payroll systems, operations, and regulatory environments.
- Strong project leadership and change management capabilities.
- Advanced analytical, reporting, and spreadsheet or data skills.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and drive decisions across HR, Finance, and business partners.
- Strong judgement, initiative, and ability to work independently on highly complex issues.
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) preferred.
The pay range for this role is $85,000.00 to $110,000.00
The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.
Primary Location: Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s).
2228 South 78th Street Tacoma WA 98409
Our Benefits:
We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package including base wages and comprehensive benefits.
We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions, an employee assistance program, life insurance, disability insurance, tuition assistance, mental health resources, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, access to an online discount marketplace, and paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays. Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.
Our Commitment to Diversity:
Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: careers@columbiabank.com.
To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:
Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.
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Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Payroll Consultant Job Market in Washington
A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- 3MD1
- Collabera1
- Columbia Bank1
- Heidelberg Materials Us, Inc. (Formerly Known As Lehigh Hanson, Inc.)1
- Okta1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software5
- Banking & Financial Services1
- Chemicals & Materials1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- Retail1
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in payroll consultant jobs across Washington.
- 3-5 years of end-to-end payroll processing or consulting experience
- Proficiency in at least one major HRIS or payroll platform such as ADP, Ceridian, or UKG
- Knowledge of federal and multi-state payroll tax regulations and withholding requirements
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred
- Experience supporting payroll system implementations, migrations, or parallel testing cycles
- Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and data reconciliation techniques
Payroll Consultant Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How many payroll consultant jobs are there in Washington?
There are 10+ payroll consultant openings in Washington on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Seattle, Bellevue, and Bothell. New positions post regularly as employers across Washington hire.
How much do payroll consultants make in Washington?
Payroll consultants in Washington earn a median of about $86,630 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,750 for the lowest 10% to over $135,810 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Washington cities have the most payroll consultant jobs?
Seattle, Bellevue, and Bothell have the most payroll consultant openings in Washington right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire payroll consultants in Washington?
Employers hiring payroll consultants in Washington include 3MD, Collabera, and Columbia Bank, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote payroll consultant jobs in Washington?
Yes. About 30% of payroll consultant openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Washington metros.
How do I apply for payroll consultant jobs in Washington?
You can apply to payroll consultant jobs in Washington directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Washington location, then apply to each one that fits.
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