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Payroll Administrator / Accounting Specialist

Stoke Space
Location
Kent, Washington
Posted
16 days ago
Department
Finance
Salary
$76,545 - $114,975
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
  • 4–6 years of experience in payroll administration or accounting operations, including hands-on experience processing multi-state payroll
  • Working knowledge of payroll taxes, deductions, wage and hour requirements, and payroll compliance
  • Experience with Rippling or a similar payroll/HRIS platform; direct Rippling experience preferred
  • Strong Excel skills and ability to work comfortably with transactional data
  • Experience with ERP or accounting systems
Nice to have
  • Experience in a manufacturing, aerospace, technology, or other fast-paced environment
  • Experience supporting payroll and accounting system implementations or process improvements
  • Experience working in an environment with developing or evolving accounting processes and internal controls
What the job really is

The Payroll Administrator / Accounting Specialist at Stoke will manage bi-weekly, multi-state payroll and support various accounting activities, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. Responsibilities include processing payroll through Rippling, maintaining payroll controls, assisting with vendor maintenance, and supporting collection activities for customer invoices. The role requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail while handling financial data and multiple deadlines.

Benefits
  • Equity in the form of stock options
  • Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • 4 weeks’ Paid Time Off
  • 10 holidays including an end-of-year closure
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary listed, only a range provided
  • Experience with Rippling preferred but not mandatory
  • Role involves handling confidential financial information, which may require a high level of trust and integrity
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