Senior Payroll Specialist - Hybrid Position

Senior Payroll Specialist - Hybrid Position Job Category : Human Resources Requisition Number : SENIO022984 Posted : May 25, 2026 Full-Time Location 222 SW Columbia St Suite 1150 Portland, OR 97201, USA The Senior Payroll Specialist’s primary responsibility is to ensure data accuracy in relation to payroll processing. This position will serve as a resource for multiple companies within the Radius Recycling umbrella and should demonstrate proficiency in timeliness, communication and building positive inter‑department relationships. They should promote process enhancement and best practices in a team environment. This position offers competitive pay along with a variety of benefits including medical, dental and vision plans for both you and your dependents; 401k with company match, paid time off which starts with your first check, and paid holidays. Hybrid Working : Enjoy the best of both worlds; collaborate at our Portland, Oregon headquarters three days a week and work from home two days. Arrangements may be subject to change based on business needs. Compensation Range : $30.00 - $33.00 per hour Essential Functions Administer weekly and bi‑weekly payroll processing through UKG systems while retrieving and validating timeclock data from Kronos to ensure general accuracy. Conduct comprehensive payroll audits prior to transmission to guarantee accuracy and generate necessary reports and data following processing completion. Process manual checks when required in accordance with state wage and hour regulations and compliance standards. Develop thorough understanding of union contract provisions as they relate to payroll operations and maintain current knowledge of U.S. pay policy regulations. Execute employee lifecycle changes including new hires, terminations, salary adjustments, and status modifications with precision and attention to detail. Investigate and resolve payroll‑related inquiries while providing excellent customer service to employees and management. Collaborate with Management on compliance matters and elevate issues appropriately when they arise. Partner closely with HR Business Partners and field management to address & resolve payroll‑related concerns efficiently. Stay informed about changes in tax and deduction laws that impact payroll processing procedures. Manage high‑volume workloads effectively while consistently meeting critical payroll transmission deadlines. Utilize intermediate‑level skills in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel and Word, to support daily operations. Support special projects and additional assignments as directed by management. Qualifications & Skills Minimum 5 years of payroll processing experience preferably with a population of 500+. Multi‑State payroll experience, national preferred but not required. Experience processing payroll with a large payroll provider; UKG experience preferred but not required. Canadian payroll processing preferred but not required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly with team members, management, employees and external individuals and agencies in an efficient and effective manner. Strong work ethic, demonstrating integrity and trust as well as the ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and diplomacy. Exceptional attention to detail with a high level of accuracy. The flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement. Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions Ability to sit for extended periods of time, up to 6‑8 hours per day; write by hand and/or keyboard for extended periods of time, up to 6‑8 hours per day; bend at waist, twist upper body, stand, walk, and negotiate uneven surfaces; assemble papers, staple, and file; apply sufficient force to open and close file drawers; communicate both by phone and in person in a professional manner; visual acuity needed for close detail work. Adaptability to change within a growing organization. PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All applicants must be 18 years of age or older. Radius Recycling participates in E-Verify for all U.S. new hires. An offer of U.S. employment by Radius Recycling or any of its subsidiaries is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post‑offer drug screen and background check. All new hires must review and sign an Arbitration Agreement. This applies to all U.S. non‑union employees. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Radius Recycling does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, disability status, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, age, prior industrial injury, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected status under local, state or federal law. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pick-n-Pull Auto and Truck Dismantlers