Bookkeeper

Ledgent; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing financial organization is seeking a FullCharge Bookkeeper in Englewood, Colorado. This role involves managing full-cycle payroll for a multi-state workforce and ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing. Ideal candidates should have over 4 years of experience in payroll and accounting, strong analytical skills, and advanced proficiency in Excel. The role offers a fast-paced environment and the opportunity to optimize accounting processes while supporting payroll-related activities.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in payroll, accounting, or finance operations roles.
• Strong understanding of FLSA and multi-state payroll regulations.
• Advanced skills in Excel (including VLOOKUP and pivot tables).

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle payroll for multi-state, bi-weekly and semi-monthly payrolls.
• Prepare payroll metrics, reports, and ad-hoc financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.

Skills

Multi-state payroll management

General ledger accounting

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel proficiency

Payroll tax knowledge

Tools

ADP

Workday

UKG

Paycom

Job description

A growing organization is seeking a detail‑focused FullCharge Bookkeeper to support end‑to‑end payroll processing, general ledger activities, and financial operations. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys optimizing processes, and brings strong technical accuracy to payroll and accounting functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle payroll for multi‑state, bi‑weekly and semi‑monthly payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.
• Maintain and audit employee payroll data, tax withholding, benefits deductions, and wage garnishments.
• Prepare, reconcile, and submit payroll‑related journal entries and month‑end close activities.
• Support general ledger accounting, including account reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Assist with AP/AR functions, expense reimbursements, and financial reporting tasks as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.
• Partner with HR and Finance teams to streamline processes and improve internal controls.
• Prepare payroll metrics, reports, and ad‑hoc financial analysis for leadership.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in payroll, accounting, or a combined finance operations role.
• Strong understanding of FLSA, multi‑state payroll rules, and payroll tax fundamentals.
• Experience with payroll systems (ADP, UKG, Paycom, Workday, etc.).
• Solid knowledge of basic accounting principles (GAAP preferred).
• Advanced proficiency with Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, reconciliations).
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy in data review, and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• CPP or FPC certification a plus, but not required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.