Payroll Consultant Job

Eeih Open

Portland Full-time Mid-level Payroll

At a glance

Mid-level Payroll role at Eeih. Portland · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $70,000–$118,790 across the United States.

Estimated pay

Eeih has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

$70,000 – $118,790

What the middle half of mid-level payroll roles in the United States paid, among postings that did state a salary.

Worked out from 237 postings that stated pay, median $90,000. Last updated Oct 29, 2026.

RolePayroll

SeniorityMid-level

LocationPortland

EmploymentFull-time

PostedDec 4, 2025

Role brief

hrroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Run payroll from start to finish, checking that employee payments are accurate and on time
Review payroll reports and resolve discrepancies, while meeting tax rules and organizational requirements
Handle off-cycle payments and prepare government reports, including tax filings and garnishment responses
Advise clients on payroll procedures, tax effects and garnishments, and help with audits and staff training
Find ways to automate payroll work and improve systems and processes

What you bring

At least three years of payroll or related experience
Working knowledge of tax rules, labor laws and garnishment compliance
Experience with payroll audits and compliance reviews
Proficiency with Oracle, ADP, SmartCompliance and Microsoft Office

Who this fits

This full-time remote role suits someone comfortable advising clients, training their staff and meeting tight payroll deadlines. Occasional travel to client sites may be required.

From the employer

Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing and Maintenance

Manage the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in payments to employees.
Review and reconcile payroll reports to ensure compliance with organizational policies and legal requirements.
Manage daily off cycle processing for ad hoc payments

Compliance and Reporting

Ensure payroll operations comply with federal, state, and local tax regulations.
Prepare reconciliation of periodic reports for government entities, such as tax filings and garnishment answers and interrogatories.
Monitor and address changes in payroll-related regulations to keep the organization compliant.

Advisory Role

Provide expert advice to clients on payroll procedures, tax implications, and employee garnishments.
Support audits and provide documentation as required.
Train client staff on payroll systems and best practices.

Systems Optimization and Integration

Identify areas for automation and process improvement within payroll systems.

Necessary Skills

Technical Expertise: Proficiency in payroll software such as Oracle and ADP, SmartCompliance as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and resolve errors efficiently.
Attention to Detail: High accuracy is essential in processing payroll to avoid mistakes and ensure compliance.
Communication Skills: Effective communication with clients, and management to address payroll inquiries and provide training.
Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot payroll system issues and recommend solutions.
Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in payroll or a related position.
Certification in payroll management (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional (CPP or FPC)) is highly desirable.
Knowledge of tax regulations, labor laws, and garnishment compliance.
Experience with payroll audits and compliance checks.

Working Conditions