Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Specialist in Colorado Springs! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage accurate and timely payroll processing for our growing organization. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge HRIS systems while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Enjoy a collaborative environment with competitive benefits and professional development opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations (CO, CO, and local ordinances)
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and benefit deductions with 99.9% accuracy
- Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare monthly/quarterly tax filings
- Support year-end processing including W-2 distribution and 1099 coordination
- Collaborate with HR on onboarding/offboarding and payroll-related inquiries
- Implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience in Colorado
- Proficient with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS systems
- FPC or CPP certification preferred
- Strong knowledge of FLSA, CO labor laws, and multi-state payroll compliance
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP, PivotTables, and macros
- Excellent attention to detail with ability to manage high-volume transactions
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field