<p>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.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><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>
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.
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large workforce in Portland, Oregon. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an organized individual who can manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance and high service standards. The role will contribute to consistent payroll delivery within the energy and natural resources sector and work with established payroll platforms to support efficient administration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process full-cycle payroll for a large employee population, ensuring wages, deductions, taxes, and adjustments are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Administer multi-state payroll activities while applying federal, state, and local payroll regulations to maintain compliance.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now and UKG Pro to manage payroll transactions, validate records, and support payroll reporting needs.<br>• Review payroll data for discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and coordinate corrections before final payroll submission.<br>• Maintain employee payroll records, including updates related to compensation changes, deductions, direct deposit, and tax information.<br>• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal stakeholders with clear and timely communication.<br>• Reconcile payroll registers and supporting reports to confirm accuracy and support audit readiness.<br>• Assist with payroll-related process updates or system-related changes as needed while helping preserve continuity in payroll operations.
<p>Partnering with a great organization in Denver, CO seeking a Payroll Accountant. This is a great opportunity with hybrid work flexibility, 401k with up to 3% company match, 2+ weeks PTO, paid sick time off, paid holidays, a dog friendly office, and competitive health/vision/dental coverage. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities include: </p><p>• Execute end-to-end payroll processing for multi-state U.S. operations and support international payroll activities through in-country providers and employer-of-record partners.</p><p>• Review timekeeping records, audit payroll inputs, investigate discrepancies, and resolve exceptions to ensure each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Administer payroll-related deductions and withholdings, including taxes, garnishments, child support orders, levies, voluntary deductions, and final pay obligations.</p><p>• Prepare payroll-related journal entries and reconcile payroll accounts in coordination with Accounting and Finance across multiple business entities and currencies.</p><p>• Maintain complete payroll files and supporting documentation while assisting with audits, control testing, year-end reporting, and other statutory filing requirements.</p><p>• Serve as a trusted point of contact for employee and manager payroll inquiries, providing timely and confidential support.</p><p>• Track payroll compliance requirements across applicable jurisdictions and help implement improvements that strengthen consistency, efficiency, and standardization.</p><p>• Contribute to payroll system and process enhancements that improve accuracy, reporting, and operational effectiveness across the broader payroll function.</p>
<p>Senior Staff Accountant | Multi-State Payroll Tax & General Accounting</p><p>We’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.</p><p>The ideal candidate brings a strong accounting foundation along with significant experience navigating the complexities of multi-state payroll taxes.</p><p>What You’ll Do</p><p>Accounting & Month-End Close</p><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><p>Multi-State Payroll Tax Compliance</p><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><p>Audit & Compliance</p><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><p>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. </p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting activities for a growing organization operating across multiple West Coast markets. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening compliance, and delivering timely reporting that supports business decisions. Based in Denver, Colorado, the role also provides leadership to accounting staff while helping improve processes in a fast-moving, performance-focused environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct regional accounting operations, ensuring financial results are recorded accurately and in alignment with generally accepted accounting standards and applicable regulations.<br>• Guide the month-end close process by reviewing journal entries, monitoring general ledger activity, and confirming account reconciliations are completed on schedule.<br>• Maintain a strong internal control environment by overseeing compliance procedures and supporting audit readiness across accounting processes.<br>• Manage billing, collections, and payment workflows to promote timely cash activity and dependable transaction processing.<br>• Review balance sheet accounts and perform financial analysis to identify variances, resolve issues, and recommend practical corrective actions.<br>• Prepare clear financial reports and present meaningful insights to senior leadership to support planning and operational decisions.<br>• Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members while setting performance expectations and encouraging continuous improvement.<br>• Oversee tax filings and other statutory reporting requirements to help ensure full regulatory compliance.<br>• Support budgeting, forecasting, and broader financial planning efforts, while leveraging accounting systems such as Sage Intacct or similar platforms to improve efficiency.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join a dynamic start-up based in Englewood, Colorado. This role offers the opportunity to lead financial operations, implement efficient processes, and contribute to the company's growth. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounting practices and a proactive approach to building robust systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee month-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting.</p><p>• Manage and maintain the general ledger, ensuring proper documentation and reconciliations.</p><p>• Lead financial statement audits, coordinating with external auditors to meet compliance standards.</p><p>• Perform detailed account reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting principles.</p><p>• Develop and implement accounting procedures to streamline operations within the organization.</p><p>• Provide strategic insights and financial reporting to support decision-making processes.</p><p>• Collaborate with stakeholders to establish efficient workflows and best practices.</p><p>• Mentor and manage accounting team members, fostering careful development and growth.</p><p><br></p><p>If you or anyone you know is interested in this accounting manager role, please apply to this posting and call Vanessa Sutton and reference accounting manager role for a startup tech company. </p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to join a well-established financial services organization in the Denver area. This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, leading the month-end close, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring accurate financial and regulatory reporting.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys <strong>leading a team, improving processes, and partnering with senior leadership</strong> while remaining involved in technical accounting.</p><p>What You'll Do</p><ul><li>Lead the <strong>month-end close process</strong>, including journal entries, fixed assets, prepaids, reconciliations, and variance analysis.</li><li>Manage accounting for <strong>investment and derivatives portfolios</strong>.</li><li>Oversee <strong>accounts payable</strong> and vendor-related accounting processes.</li><li>Ensure proper structure, maintenance, and reconciliation of <strong>general ledger accounts</strong>.</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements, budget-to-actual reporting, and variance analysis.</li><li>Oversee timely and accurate <strong>regulatory reporting</strong>, including applicable financial services reporting requirements.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff, including <strong>Accounting Specialists, Accountants, and Senior Accountants</strong>.</li><li>Assist with the <strong>annual budgeting process</strong> and lead budget review meetings with business leaders.</li><li>Develop and enhance <strong>accounting policies, internal controls, procedures, and processes</strong> in accordance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Research new and existing <strong>technical accounting guidance</strong> and assist with implementation of new accounting standards.</li><li>Compile and analyze financial information to support the <strong>Controller and senior leadership</strong> with strategic and operational decision-making.</li><li>Partner across departments to identify opportunities for <strong>process improvement, automation, and increased efficiency</strong>.</li><li>Coordinate financial information and supporting documentation for <strong>external auditors and regulatory examinations</strong>.</li></ul><p>This role reports to the Controller but will have exposure to different departments. It also offers great work life balance and some work from home. </p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to oversee the financial operations of a school district in west Denver. This role is integral to ensuring compliance with regulations, maintaining accurate financial records, and providing strategic insights through detailed financial reporting. The ideal candidate will lead a team of accounting staff, manage audits, and implement robust financial controls.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise the accounting team to ensure accurate processing of payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other financial transactions.</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive financial statements and reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis for both internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Coordinate and manage external audits, ensuring timely submission of schedules and accuracy in documentation.</p><p>• Develop, implement, and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to uphold compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Administer and monitor the annual budget process, including forecasting, expenditure tracking, and variance analysis.</p><p>• Perform detailed financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, presenting actionable recommendations to district leadership.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations as well as relevant accounting standards.</p><p>• Manage accounting for grants and special funds, ensuring proper reporting and adherence to funding requirements.</p><p>• Train and mentor accounting staff, fostering growth and ethical practices.</p><p>• Collaborate with departments such as Human Resources and Purchasing to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for our team in Denver, Colorado. This position is responsible for reviewing invoices, assigning accurate accounting codes, and helping ensure vendors are paid on time. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple transactions in a fast-paced finance environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before processing</p><p>• Apply correct general ledger or expense codes to invoices in alignment with company procedures</p><p>• Enter and maintain accounts payable records with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail</p><p>• Prepare and coordinate routine check runs to support timely vendor payments</p><p>• Resolve invoice discrepancies by communicating with internal departments and external vendors</p><p>• Monitor payment schedules and help maintain organized documentation for audit and reporting purposes</p><p><br></p><p><em>Please note: This role works M-TH 7a-5p with an hour lunch, but you still get paid for the full 40 hours. </em></p>
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing manufacturing company in Denver, Colorado. In this role, you will help keep vendor payments accurate and on schedule while supporting daily accounting operations in a high-volume environment. This position works closely with purchasing, receiving, and internal business partners to resolve invoice questions and maintain reliable financial records.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle a large volume of supplier invoices with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and completeness.<br>• Compare invoices against purchase orders and receiving details to confirm charges before payment is released.<br>• Verify general ledger coding and approval routing, following established accounting policies and internal controls.<br>• Coordinate regular payment cycles, including checks, electronic payments, and wire transactions.<br>• Review vendor account statements, research differences, and resolve outstanding billing issues promptly.<br>• Maintain vendor files and payment records, ensuring documentation is current and compliant with company standards.<br>• Respond to supplier questions professionally and work to build effective, service-oriented vendor relationships.<br>• Contribute to month-end activities by preparing reconciliations and supporting the close process with accurate payables data.<br>• Partner with purchasing, warehouse, and operations teams to address discrepancies related to pricing, receipts, or invoice matching.
We are looking for a Cost Accounting Manager to join our team in Denver, Colorado. This role partners closely with finance and operations to strengthen cost visibility, maintain accurate financial records, and support reliable reporting across the business. The position is hands-on from the outset and offers the opportunity to build disciplined accounting processes, improve inventory and cost reporting, and contribute to sound financial decision-making.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead day-to-day operational accounting activities, including oversight of payables, receivables, the general ledger, and the monthly close process.<br>• Partner with operations to manage bill of materials costing, monitor inventory activity, and analyze cost of goods sold for accuracy and insight.<br>• Prepare timely and accurate monthly financial statements and assemble reporting materials required for internal and group-level review.<br>• Establish and refine accounting procedures that improve efficiency, consistency, and the accuracy of financial results.<br>• Maintain a strong internal control environment designed to protect company assets and support compliance with established accounting practices.<br>• Collaborate with the Director of Finance on year-end audit preparation and provide documentation and support to external auditors.<br>• Work cross-functionally with leaders and teams throughout the organization to resolve accounting issues and support business objectives.<br>• Contribute to cost analysis efforts by evaluating standard costs, investigating variances, and supporting informed operational decisions.
We are looking for a Cost Accounting Manager to join our manufacturing team in Westminster, Colorado. This position works closely with the Director of Finance and operational leaders to oversee core accounting activities, with a strong emphasis on product costing, inventory, and financial accuracy. The role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can strengthen reporting processes, support informed business decisions, and maintain reliable month-end and year-end execution.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead day-to-day operational accounting activities, including oversight of payables, receivables, general ledger maintenance, and the monthly close process.<br>• Partner with operations to manage bill of materials costing, monitor inventory accounting, and deliver clear reporting and analysis on cost of goods sold.<br>• Collaborate with the Director of Finance to support the full range of accounting responsibilities for the business entity and help maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Establish and refine accounting procedures that improve timeliness, consistency, and accuracy across financial reporting cycles.<br>• Maintain effective internal controls designed to protect company assets and align accounting practices with sound financial governance.<br>• Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and recurring reporting packages to meet internal and group-level reporting expectations.<br>• Coordinate audit preparation activities, gather required documentation, and serve as a key contact for external auditors during the annual year-end process.<br>• Work cross-functionally with finance, accounting, and operational leadership to resolve issues, support analysis, and improve financial visibility across the organization.