Interim Senior Payroll Accountant

BrainWorks; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

BrainWorks is seeking an Interim Senior Payroll Accountant to manage the full payroll and payroll accounting duties for a Denver-based technology company on a 3- to 6-month basis. The role is hybrid in Denver with an ASAP start and an hourly rate of $50–$55.

This position requires a flexible, results-driven candidate ready to hit the ground running. Qualified applicants will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, at least 3 years of progressive accounting experience including

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience, including direct experience with payroll accounting.
• Experience with reviewing payroll reports for reasonableness.
• Experience with multi-state payroll (including CO and CA).
• Experience with calculating wage capitalization, payroll tax compliance, and payroll & benefits accruals.
• Experience with UKG or other similar payroll systems.
• Strong Excel skills (Pivot Tables and Lookups).

Responsibilities

• Cover full scope of payroll and payroll accounting duties.
• Maintain multi-state payroll compliance for CO and CA.
• Review payroll reports for reasonableness and accuracy.

Skills

Payroll accounting

Multi-state payroll

Payroll reports review

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

UKG or similar payroll system

Excel Pivot Tables & Lookups

Job description

Location: Hybrid, DTC

Hourly Rate: ~$50-55/HR

Duration: 3-6 Months

Start: ASAP

Our team at BrainWorks is actively working with an awesome technology company in the Denver to fill an exciting opportunity. This is immediate need, Interim Senior Payroll Accountant, will cover the full scope of payroll & payroll accounting duties for the organization over the next several months.

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS (must meet all qualifications):

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive accounting experience, including direct experience with payroll accounting
• Experience with reviewing payroll reports for reasonableness
• Experience with multi-state payroll (including CO and CA)
• Experience with calculating wage capitalization, payroll tax compliance, and payroll & benefits accruals
• Experience with UKG or other similar payroll systems
• Strong Excel skills (minimum requirement is the creation of Pivot Tables & utlilizing Lookups)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience accounting for severance, COBRA and retention
• Experience with payroll accounting in a company of 50+ employees

Whether you need Interim leaders for short-term projects, seasonal demands, or critical gaps, our consultants leverage industry expertise and a strong network to connect you with the right professionals—fast. From mid-level managers to senior executives, we provide flexible solutions tailored to your unique needs.

Backed by our proven process, BrainWorks provides quality, speed, and results to all of our clients. When you partner with us, you’ll receive trusted expertise from consultants dedicated to driving your business forward. Learn more at brainworksinc.com.

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