Payroll Specialist

Location: Denver

Description We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Lakewood, Colorado. In this Contract to permanent position, you will oversee comprehensive payroll processes for a diverse workforce across multiple business units, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization while collaborating with various departments.

Responsibilities:

- Manage end-to-end payroll operations for approximately 2,500 employees across multiple business units, including gaming, hospitality, and entertainment.

- Administer payroll for a varied workforce consisting of permanent, part-time, and seasonal employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing.

- Process payroll for employees in multiple states, adhering to differing state regulations and pay schedules, including weekly payroll cycles for Nevada.

- Ensure compliance with tip reporting and regulatory requirements specific to gaming and restaurant environments.

- Utilize payroll platforms, such as ADP Workforce Now or similar systems, to handle payroll calculations, employee data management, and reporting.

- Collaborate with HR teams to manage employee lifecycle changes, such as onboarding, terminations, pay adjustments, and job role updates.

- Work closely with internal teams to address payroll discrepancies, respond to employee inquiries, and conduct data audits in a fast-paced environment.

- Support payroll reporting and data analysis by using Excel to validate payroll data, generate reports, and assist with reconciliations.

- Coordinate with payroll tax specialists to ensure accurate filings and compliance with tax regulations.

- Assist in payroll-related tasks during organizational growth and expansion initiatives for gaming and entertainment properties. Requirements - Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing for large-scale organizations.

- Expertise in managing payroll across multiple states and understanding state-specific regulations.

- Proficiency in using payroll systems like ADP Workforce Now or similar platforms.

- Strong knowledge of payroll processes for work forces exceeding 500 employees.

- Familiarity with tip reporting and compliance requirements in gaming and hospitality industries.

- Advanced Excel skills for payroll data analysis and reporting.

- Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and handle high-volume payroll operations.

- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills to work effectively with internal teams and address employee concerns.

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