Payroll Specialist
Quick answer
The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is hiring an on-site Payroll Specialist in Denver to manage bi-weekly payroll for over 900 employees.
- Role
- Payroll Specialist
- Organization
- Colorado Coalition for the Homeless
- Location
- Denver, CO (2111 Champa office)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Finance & Administration
The role
The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is seeking a Payroll Administrator to process bi-weekly payroll for over 900 employees, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role involves maintaining payroll records, managing wage garnishments, and assisting with year-end processes like W-2 preparation. The position requires a high level of accuracy in auditing payroll data and providing support to employees regarding their pay and deductions. Successful candidates will collaborate across HR and Accounting departments to streamline payroll and administrative reporting processes.
What you'll do
- Process accurate bi-weekly payroll for 900+ multi-state and union employees.
- Reconcile payroll reports, audit data, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Manage wage garnishments and court-ordered deductions within the HRIS.
- Support the Payroll Manager with year-end payroll tasks, including W-2 preparation.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll and timekeeping inquiries.
What it takes
- 3+ years of full cycle payroll experience.
- 2+ years of HRIS experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or 6 years of equivalent experience).
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Choice of HMO/PPO health insurance, dental and vision plans, flexible spending accounts, free basic life and AD&D insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% match, and extensive paid time-off including holidays, sick leave, and vacation.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
No, this position is required to be on-site 100% of the time at the organization's 2111 Champa office in Denver.
What are the core payroll qualifications required?
Candidates must have at least 3 years of full cycle payroll experience and 2 years of experience working with an HRIS system.
Does the role offer retirement benefits?
Yes, the organization provides a 403(b) retirement plan with dollar-for-dollar matching contributions up to 5% of earnings.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position was not explicitly specified in the job description.
How to apply
Apply directly on Colorado Coalition for the Homeless's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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