Payroll & Accounting Associate - Detail-Driven

Century Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Century Group in Denver is partnering with a client to fill an Accounting Payroll Associate role. Exact compensation may vary; expected starting base salary is $55,000 to $65,000 per year.

The position handles payroll activities, reviews timekeeping, and supports reconciliations, billing, and month-end close. The ideal candidate has a bachelor degree in accounting or finance and 2+ years of payroll or related experience, with strong Excel skills and proficiency in accounting software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of payroll or related financial experience.
• Strong understanding of payroll processing and account reconciliations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll activities and maintain accurate records.
• Review timekeeping, payroll adjustments, and data accuracy.
• Prepare payroll reconciliations, journal entries, and schedules.
• Support billing, payments, and other accounting tasks.
• Assist with month-end close, audits, and system improvements.

Skills

Payroll

Accounting

Bookkeeping

Excel

Accounting software

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Century Group in Denver is partnering with a client to fill an Accounting Payroll Associate role. Exact compensation may vary; expected starting base salary is $55,000 to $65,000 per year.

The position handles payroll activities, reviews timekeeping, and supports reconciliations, billing, and month-end close. The ideal candidate has a bachelor degree in accounting or finance and 2+ years of payroll or related experience, with strong Excel skills and proficiency in accounting software.