Payroll Administrator
Listed on 2026-01-22
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HR/Recruitment
Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Job Title:
Payroll Administrator
Reports To: Payroll Manager
Primary
Location:
Denver, CO
Compensation: $35–$40/hr
Company ProfileCongruex is looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our team. Learn more at
Congruex designs and builds broadband and wireless communications infrastructure. Our work enables the connectivity for nearly everything in the modern world, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions.
We deliver turn‑key network solutions under a single platform by aligning our engineering and in‑market construction operating units. Our vision is to be the best end‑to‑end provider of network services in the U.S. and our core values of GRIT connect everything we do.
We are the One Congruex Family
. We are building tomorrow, together.
The Payroll Administrator is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of payroll processing within an Operating Unit. This role involves handling the calculation, distribution, and recording of employee compensation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
Job Responsibilities- Collect and verify timekeeping information for all employees.
- Calculate wages, salaries, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions based on company policies, employment contracts, and legal requirements.
- Process payroll transactions accurately and in a timely manner using payroll software or systems.
- Withhold and remit payroll taxes (federal, state, local, Social Security, Medicare) to appropriate government agencies.
- Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations, including filing payroll tax returns and providing documentation during audits.
- Maintain accurate payroll records, including employee data, earnings records, hours worked, and tax with holdings.
- Generate and distribute pay stubs, W‑2 forms, and other payroll‑related documents to employees as required by law.
- Conduct regular audits of payroll records to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies or issues related to payroll processing.
- Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding payroll‑related inquiries, issues, or discrepancies.
- Provide assistance and guidance to employees on payroll matters, such as understanding deductions, tax withholding options, and paycheck calculations.
- Stay informed about changes in payroll laws, regulations, and best practices.
- Ensure payroll practices adhere to company policies, procedures, and labor laws to mitigate compliance risks.
- Identify opportunities for payroll administration process improvement, such as automation, workflow streamlining, or enhanced reporting capabilities.
- Collaborate with HR and finance teams to implement changes and improve payroll efficiency and accuracy.
- Assist in preparing payroll budgets and forecasts based on projected employee costs, benefits, and tax obligations.
- Provide financial analysis and insights related to payroll expenses to support strategic decision‑making.
- Proven experience working on payroll in California, including state law knowledge of overtime, meal break requirements, etc.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel.
- Power BI skills preferred.
- Prevailing wage and certified payroll experience preferred.
- Multi‑state payroll processing preferred.
- Bilingual (Spanish) would be a nice‑to‑have.
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, human resources, or a related field (or equivalent experience) if preferred or relevant experience.
- 3–5 years of related job experience.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is preferred.
No matter what role you play, you are an important part of the One Congruex Family.
OpportunitiesWe offer opportunities at all levels across the nation – from students to industry veterans – in areas of engineering, construction, and professional services.
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