HR & Payroll Specialist

Lakeshore Talent; Lone Tree (CO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeshore Talent is partnering with a growing organization that operates across multiple school locations in several states. We are seeking an HR & Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations and support core HR functions across entities.

This highly visible role requires payroll expertise, precision, and collaboration with leadership in a fast-paced, multi-state environment. The ideal candidate will have 2–4+ years in payroll, experience with multi-entity environments, and strong HR

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of payroll experience in multi-entity and/or multi-state environments.
• Working knowledge of HR processes and employment practices.
• Experience with payroll systems such as Paylocity, iSolved, UKG, or ADP.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll across multiple entities and states accurately and on time.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws.
• Maintain payroll records including wages, deductions, time-keeping, and leaves.
• Perform payroll reconciliations and generate payroll reports and tax liabilities.
• Respond to employee inquiries related to pay, taxes, and deductions.
• Support payroll audits and provide required documentation.
• Assist with payroll system updates, implementations, or integrations.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, including HRIS setup and records.
• Support benefits administration and employee communications across locations.
• Partner with leadership to address HR needs across multiple locations.

Skills

Payroll

HR processes

Multi-entity

Multi-state

Attention to detail

Communication

Discretion

Client-facing

Tools

Paylocity

iSolved

UKG

ADP

Job description

Lakeshore Talent is partnered with a growing organization that supports multiple school locations across several states in its search for an HR & Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role is responsible for managing payroll operations while also supporting core HR functions across multiple entities.

This is a highly visible, service-oriented role requiring strong payroll expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate directly with leadership teams. The ideal candidate is proactive, solutions‑driven, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, multi‑state environment.

Type: Direct Hire
Location: Lone Tree, CO (Park Meadows area)
Schedule: Hybrid–2-3 days onsite/week
Salary: $75,000–$80,000

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Process accurate and timely payroll across multiple entities and states
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and tax regulations
• Maintain payroll records including wages, deductions, time‑keeping, and leave tracking
• Perform payroll reconciliations and generate reporting on payroll expenses and tax liabilities
• Respond to employee inquiries related to pay, taxes, and deductions
• Support payroll audits and provide required documentation
• Assist with payroll system updates, implementations, or integrations

Human Resources Support

• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, including documentation and system setup
• Maintain employee records and ensure HRIS data integrity
• Support benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, and employee communication
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies
• Assist in maintaining employee handbooks, policies, and procedures
• Support employee relations and performance management processes as needed
• Partner with leadership to address HR‑related needs across multiple locations

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in meetings with leadership, including occasional presentations on HR and benefits
• Support multiple locations and client groups simultaneously
• Occasional travel

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of payroll experience, with a background in multi‑entity and/or multi‑state environments
• Working knowledge of HR processes and employment practices
• Experience with payroll systems such as Paylocity, iSolved, UKG, or ADP
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax requirements, and compliance
• Experience with payroll reconciliations and reporting
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting multiple locations or client groups
• Benefits administration experience, including vendor/broker interaction
• Experience setting up payroll tax accounts (withholding, unemployment, workers’ compensation, retirement)
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms and benefit systems
• Exposure to AI tools in day‑to‑day work

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Personable and comfortable in a client‑facing role
• Self‑starter with strong problem‑solving skills and initiative
• Able to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
• Comfortable working with a remote manager and collaborating via virtual tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams)
• Demonstrates stability in work history