Lead Payroll Specialist - Own 550-Employee Payroll

CFS; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Payroll Specialist at CFS will own weekly payroll for ~550 employees across four regions, ensuring accurate processing and timely delivery. You will review timekeeping data, audit earnings, deductions, and benefits, and maintain compliant payroll records.

You will partner with HR, Accounting, and Operations to improve processes, resolve discrepancies, and serve as the payroll subject matter expert in a fast-growing organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet payroll deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Own weekly payroll processing for ~550 employees across four regions.
• Import, review, and validate timekeeping data.
• Audit earnings, deductions, benefits, classifications, and payroll information for accuracy.
• Administer prevailing wage and certified payroll requirements.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll questions.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll and wage regulations.
• Partner with HR, Accounting, and Operations to ensure employee and payroll information is accurate.
• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and improve efficiencies.
• Serve as a trusted internal resource for payroll-related questions and compliance.

Skills

Payroll experience

Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

ADP

Spectrum

HCSS HeavyJob

Job description

The Lead Payroll Specialist at CFS will own weekly payroll for ~550 employees across four regions, ensuring accurate processing and timely delivery. You will review timekeeping data, audit earnings, deductions, and benefits, and maintain compliant payroll records.

You will partner with HR, Accounting, and Operations to improve processes, resolve discrepancies, and serve as the payroll subject matter expert in a fast-growing organization.