Hybrid Payroll Manager – Public Sector Finance

State of Colorado; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Sick leave

Holidays (12 per year)

Medical and dental plans

401K and 457 plans

RTD pass

Training and professional development

Job summary

State of Colorado, Office of the Governor, Denver, is seeking a Payroll Manager within the Finance Office to lead payroll operations for multiple offices and ensure accurate, timely processing.

The role requires expertise in state payroll systems, policy development, and staff supervision. This in-office position offers hybrid work, with remote days, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources, or related field.
• At least two years of payroll analysis experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Additional work experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required formal education.
• At least 3 years of experience managing and/or processing payroll within the State of Colorado payroll system.

Responsibilities

• Plans and administers the payroll operation for the Offices, including analysis and evaluation of matters that impact different offices; increases efficiency and effectiveness of payroll processes.
• Accurate and effective management of the Office payrolls, including monthly, bi-weekly, and manual payrolls.
• Providing expert guidance as the primary point of contact for all payroll escalations.
• Advises Departmental management and other personnel concerning payroll matters; notifies Offices and HR partners about changes in procedures, forms, or policies relating to payroll matters.
• Develops and implements policies, procedures, and systems regarding the payroll operation for the Offices of the Governor, and maintains payroll policy and procedure manuals.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources, or related field

Job description

State of Colorado, Office of the Governor, Denver, is seeking a Payroll Manager within the Finance Office to lead payroll operations for multiple offices and ensure accurate, timely processing.

The role requires expertise in state payroll systems, policy development, and staff supervision. This in-office position offers hybrid work, with remote days, and a comprehensive benefits package.