Multi-State Payroll Specialist (UKG)

Colwen Management Inc; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (Company-Funded HRA)

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Hotel Travel Discounts

Job summary

Colwen Hotels is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator to join our Corporate Accounting team. This role supports multi-state payroll processing and ensures timely, accurate pay for all associates across our growing hotel portfolio.

Working closely with the Payroll Manager, HR, and hotel leadership, you will process payroll changes, maintain records, and help drive process improvements while complying with federal, state, and local regulations.

Qualifications

• One or more years of payroll, accounting, or related experience.
• Experience with UKG or similar payroll/HRIS system.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, and payroll tax requirements.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel; quick learner of new systems.

Responsibilities

• Process multi-state payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Support payroll processing activities, audits, and routine requests.
• Maintain payroll records in compliance with regulations.
• Process payroll changes including new hires, terminations, and updates.
• Collaborate with leaders and HR to resolve payroll questions promptly.
• Work with payroll provider to resolve issues and assist with reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiency.

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Customer service

Tools

UKG payroll system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Colwen Hotels is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator to join our Corporate Accounting team. This role supports multi-state payroll processing and ensures timely, accurate pay for all associates across our growing hotel portfolio.

Working closely with the Payroll Manager, HR, and hotel leadership, you will process payroll changes, maintain records, and help drive process improvements while complying with federal, state, and local regulations.