Payroll Specialist at Roth Staffing Companies in Englewood, Colorado

Job Description:

Ledgent is currently partnering with a firm in the Denver Tech Center on a Direct-Hire search for a payroll coordinator!




Position Summary:

The Payroll Coordinator is essential to the efficient and accurate execution of multistate payroll, encompassing payroll tax reporting and payments. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, adherence to federal, state, and local payroll laws, and a strong sense of integrity. The ideal candidate will be well-organized, capable of handling multiple priorities, and proficient in payroll software and procedures.



Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage the complete multistate payroll process, ensuring prompt and precise payroll execution, tax reporting, and payment submissions.


• Ensure strict compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.


• Use payroll software to manage payroll activities, which include:




• Collecting, reviewing, and approving non-exempt timecards.


• Handling paid time off (PTO) balances, voluntary deductions (e.g., benefits, retirement contributions), and wage garnishments.


• Performing payroll audits, validating payroll previews, and managing check distribution along with post-payroll reporting.




• Process manual checks and manage payroll adjustments, employment changes, discretionary bonuses, and off-cycle payments (e.g., quarterly or annual bonuses or commissions).


• Maintain accurate payroll records and work to resolve any payroll-related tax concerns.


• Collaborate closely with external vendors and HR Business Partners to reconcile payroll data and ensure smooth processing.


• Investigate payroll issues by gathering data, analyzing underlying causes, and proposing solutions.


• Generate and distribute regular payroll reports, including weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end summaries.


• Provide the Payroll Manager with updates on daily activities and any arising issues or concerns.

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of relevant payroll experience is required.


• Excellent attention to detail, integrity, and strong prioritization skills.


• Comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and local wage and tax laws, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and related payroll regulations.


• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey payroll-related information to both internal and external stakeholders.


• Professional demeanor with the ability to work effectively with employees at all organizational levels.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions. Apply Now