Payroll Manager

Overview

Job Title:

Payroll Manager – Multi-State & ADP

Job Type: Fulltime Employment

Location:

Denver, CO

Work model:
Remote (Preferred, Local consultant CO)

The successful candidate will be responsible for quickly summarizing data, evaluating trends, and presenting actionable insights to senior management to support informed decision-making.

• Manage all activities required to process bi-weekly payroll, including maintaining payroll records, filing tax and voluntary deduction reports, and processing involuntary deductions such as levies and garnishments.
• Prepare accounting transactions, auditable support documentation, and special reports for senior management.
• Develop, manage, and control all payroll-related tasks to ensure organizational payroll processing objectives are met, including coordination with auditors.
• Maintain accurate records for vacation, service awards, holidays, bonuses, and sick leave.
• Audit and reconcile accounting records and prepare periodic bank, insurance, and financial reports.
• Develop, document, and maintain internal controls and payroll procedures.
• Ensure proper training and documentation are in place for all payroll processes and identify and train designated backup resources.
• Collaborate with Human Resources on new policies and amendments impacting employee compensation and benefits.
• Stay current with all payroll laws and payroll tax regulations while continuously improving processes and identifying and resolving process deficiencies.
• Coordinate with Accounting for financial reporting, auditing, and general ledger activities.
• Serve as the payroll lead for system implementations, upgrades, and updates as required.
• Perform various accounting and clerical tasks related to the preparation and maintenance of financial and payroll records.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• 7+ years of experience managing multi-state payroll and payroll taxes.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with ADP, including expert-level ADP report writing.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred.
• Prior experience with payroll tax processing and payroll audits required.
• Strong team player with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain data integrity through accuracy, attention to detail, and meeting aggressive deadlines.
• Ability to process, manipulate, analyze, and summarize payroll and financial reports.
• Proven adaptability to highly variable and non-recurring situations requiring immediate attention.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, Outlook, and strong internet research capabilities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with strong interpersonal, project management, decision-making, and time management abilities.

Skills:

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