4 Results for Hr Payroll Specialist Jobs in Aurora, CO

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Sr. Accountant/Payroll Accountant

Golden, Colorado
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
Senior Staff Accountant | Multi-State Payroll Tax & General AccountingWe’re seeking an experienced Senior Staff Accountant to join a growing Finance team. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on multi-state payroll tax compliance, general ledger accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and operational accounting.The ideal candidate brings a strong accounting foundation along with significant experience navigating the complexities of multi-state payroll taxes.What You’ll DoAccounting & Month-End Close<ul><li>Manage general ledger activity and maintain accurate financial records</li><li>Perform month-end and year-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations</li><li>Complete balance sheet and bank reconciliations and resolve variances</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related benefit accounts, including 401(k) and HSA</li><li>Support accounts payable, vendor management, cash receipts, and banking activities</li></ul>Multi-State Payroll Tax Compliance<ul><li>Manage payroll tax compliance across multiple U.S. jurisdictions, including monthly, quarterly, and annual filings</li><li>Prepare and reconcile W-2s and 1099s</li><li>Reconcile employee withholdings, employer tax liabilities, agency payments, and payroll tax GL accounts</li><li>Research and resolve payroll tax notices, discrepancies, overpayments, and agency correspondence</li><li>Manage state-specific requirements such as PFML/PFMLI, SDI, transit taxes, and other jurisdiction-specific taxes</li><li>Assist with payroll tax registrations and agency portal management</li><li>Partner with Payroll, Finance, and ADP to improve payroll tax processes and ensure accurate tax configurations</li></ul>Audit & Compliance<ul><li>Support internal and external audits and prepare supporting schedules and documentation</li><li>Maintain organized, audit-ready financial records</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local tax regulations</li></ul>This role reports to the Controller and offers quite a bit of WFH. Have to be able to go into the Golden office from time to time for meetings.
2026-09-17T00:00:00Z

Senior Manager Payroll Operations

Denver, Colorado
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
94000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
A large and growing Colorado organization is seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Payroll Operations to lead a high-volume payroll function and oversee a team responsible for payroll processing, compliance, reporting, and employee support. This leadership role will drive payroll strategy, process improvement, system optimization, and operational excellence while ensuring accurate and compliant payroll administration.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead day-to-day payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of regular and off-cycle payrolls.</li><li>Manage, mentor, and develop payroll staff while establishing performance goals and fostering a culture of accountability and customer service.</li><li>Oversee payroll tax reporting, garnishments, reconciliations, W-2 processing, audits, and regulatory compliance activities.</li><li>Develop and enhance payroll policies, procedures, internal controls, and workflow efficiencies.</li><li>Serve as the payroll subject matter expert, resolving complex payroll issues and providing guidance to internal stakeholders.</li><li>Partner with HR, Finance, IT, Benefits, and other departments to support integrated business processes and organizational initiatives.</li><li>Lead payroll-related projects, system implementations, upgrades, testing, and process improvement initiatives.</li><li>Monitor department metrics, analyze trends, and identify opportunities to improve operational effectiveness and service delivery.</li></ul>
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Castle Rock, Colorado
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27.55 - 31.9 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a finance team in Castle Rock, Colorado on a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will help keep payment operations organized and accurate by handling invoice review, reimbursements, and vendor-related follow-up. The position is well suited for someone who works carefully with financial details, communicates effectively across departments, and can manage deadlines in a busy environment. Responsibilities: • Process invoices, employee expense reimbursements, per diem requests, and travel-related submissions with a focus on accuracy and timely completion. • Investigate billing discrepancies by working directly with vendors and internal team members to clarify issues and obtain missing documentation. • Monitor payment timelines closely to help prevent penalties, delayed disbursements, or unresolved outstanding items. • Reconcile vendor statements, respond to payment inquiries, and support issue resolution related to open balances. • Coordinate routine payment activity, including weekly check runs, ACH transactions, wire payments, and manual checks when required. • Enter ACH and wire details into banking platforms for review and handling by the Treasurer’s Department. • Organize finance records by scanning, indexing, and maintaining supporting documentation for accounts payable transactions. • Maintain 1099 records, assist with annual reporting through an external filing provider, and support related compliance activities. • Track purchasing card activity, follow up on missing statements, and update spreadsheets used to support journal entry preparation. • Manage records tied to uncleared checks and unclaimed property reporting, including vendor outreach, due-diligence correspondence, and coordination with the Treasurer’s Office.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Denver, Colorado
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
94000 - 116000 USD / Yearly
Manager, Payroll Operations | Denver, CO I’m recruiting for an experienced Senior Manager of Payroll Operations to lead a large, complex payroll function for an established organization in the Denver area. This is a great opportunity for a experienced payroll leader who combines strong technical payroll expertise, team leadership, compliance knowledge, and process improvement experience. Key Responsibilities: Lead day-to-day payroll operations, including regular and off-cycle payroll processing Manage, coach, and develop payroll staff Oversee payroll taxes, garnishments, reconciliations, W-2s, unemployment reporting, audits, and regulatory filings Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll and wage regulations Serve as a payroll subject matter expert and resolve complex payroll issues Oversee payroll, timekeeping, HRIS/HCM, and ERP systems, including upgrades, testing, and implementations Partner closely with HR, Finance, Benefits, IT, auditors, vendors, and leadership Drive process improvement, automation, internal controls, and operational efficiencies Lead payroll-related projects and system implementations This role is 100% in office.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

4 results for Hr Payroll Specialist in Aurora, CO