Payroll Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado, +8 more states.

📋 Description

• Manage multi-state bi-weekly and semi-monthly payrolls for both hourly and salaried staff within established deadlines.

• Calculate wages, tax withholdings, and deductions, while validating submitted changes.

• Assist in balancing payroll accounts effectively.

• Generate and distribute payroll reports to regional finance leads.

• Process monthly bonuses and commission payments.

• Audit employee time and labor data, resolving any discrepancies with management.

• Balance and manage garnishments in accordance with regulatory mandates.

• Handle stop-payment requests and pay card transactions.

• Address employee inquiries regarding paychecks, taxes, deductions, leave accruals, direct deposit, and related issues.

• Respond to payroll tickets daily and fill in required ticket attributes.

• Provide wage information for unemployment claims and government-required surveys.

• Upload severance documents and ensure timely processing of payments.

• Compile and process monthly union dues and pension contributions.

• Uphold confidentiality at all times.

⛳️ Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of federal and state tax regulations, wage policies, and wage and hour laws.

• Exceptional organizational abilities, attention to detail, and accuracy.

• Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong customer service orientation paired with effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Capable of managing and prioritizing responsibilities while working under pressure to meet departmental and regulatory deadlines.

• Ability to operate effectively in both collaborative and independent work settings.

• Experience in multitasking within a deadline-oriented environment.

• Comfortable with technology, including the full Google Suite.

• Bachelor's Degree in a business-related discipline or a combination of education and payroll experience.

• Certification as a Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is preferred.

• At least two years of experience processing multi-state payrolls.

• Direct experience with Workday and ADP is preferred.

• Must agree to undergo and successfully pass a comprehensive pre-employment background check.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Life insurance

• Disability insurance

• 401(k)

• Paid time off

• Select paid holidays