Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team as a Senior Payroll Specialist in Denver, CO. We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage complex payroll operations for 500+ employees across multiple states. This high-impact role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic corporate environment.
At Apex Financial Partners, we value precision, compliance, and innovation. You'll work with cutting-edge HRIS systems and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless payroll processing. Our Denver headquarters offers stunning mountain views, modern amenities, and a culture that prioritizes work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Process multi-state payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and tax filings across 15+ jurisdictions
- Conduct payroll audits and reconcile discrepancies with 99.8% accuracy
- Implement payroll process improvements using Lean Six Sigma methodologies
- Lead year-end reconciliation including W-2/1099 processing and 401(k) administration
- Mentor junior payroll staff and develop department SOPs
- Collaborate with HR on benefits administration and leave-of-absence tracking
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
- 5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
- Advanced proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and Excel VLOOKUP macros
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification required
- Deep knowledge of federal/state wage-hour laws (FLSA, FLSA, Colorado Wage Act)
- Experience with high-volume payroll (500+ employees)
- Proven track record of implementing payroll system conversions
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail