Payroll Administrator

Fast Enterprises, LLC; Colorado; On-site; USD 69,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance (

Sabbatical program (FAST Pause)

Parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation and sick time

Gift matching program

Team-building activities

Job summary

Fast Enterprises is seeking a Payroll Administrator to manage payroll processes across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The role will be based in Centennial, CO with a hybrid schedule (in-office 3 days a week after training).

You will support payroll audits, reporting, and employee inquiries, while collaborating with HR and IT on system implementations. A related bachelor's degree and up to 2 years of experience are preferred, with strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of payroll, accounting or HR experience.
• Experience with ADPWorkforceNow or similar systems preferred.
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation, documentation, distribution, and reconciliation of domestic and international payrolls.
• Audit timesheets and verify accuracy of payroll data.
• Calculate and record payroll deductions and taxable benefits.
• Conduct regular payroll audits to ensure compliance with laws and company policies.
• Generate ad hoc and standard payroll reports for leadership and auditors.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to reconcile payroll with accounting records.

Skills

Payroll

Accounting

Human Resources

0-2 years experience

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Lyric

Celergo

Excel

Job description

Overview

Fast Enterprises is a provider of essential software and services for citizens and government. In 1998, we changed the way government revenue agencies support their business with the introduction of GenTax®. We have expanded beyond Tax and now also perform implementations for Motor Vehicle, Driver License, Unemployment Insurance, and Child Support Engagement agencies.

Your FAST career has a meaningful and lasting social impact. FAST offers a collaborative in-office problem-solving environment.

Qualified candidates will join the finance team at our headquarters in Centennial, CO. This role will be hybrid (3 days in-office) after completing in-office training.

Responsibilities

As a Payroll Administrator at FAST, you will play a critical role in managing payroll processes and ensuring accuracy and compliance across the organization. Your responsibilities will include:

• Payroll Management:

• Oversee the preparation, documentation, distribution, and reconciliation of domestic and international payrolls for employees across multiple jurisdictions.

• Audit timesheets.

• Calculate and record payroll deductions and taxable benefits.

• Auditing and Compliance:

• Conduct regular payroll audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and international regulations, as well as adherence to company policies.

• Stay up to date on payroll legislation and labor laws, implementing changes to maintain compliance.

• Reporting and Analysis:

• Generate ad hoc and custom reports tailored to the needs of internal and external stakeholders, including leadership and auditors.

• Complete state labor surveys and requests for verification of employment and income.

• Collaborate with finance and HR teams to reconcile payroll data with accounting and financial records.

• Employee Support and Communication:

• Serve as the primary contact for payroll-related inquiries, providing timely and accurate information to employees and management.

• Educate employees on payroll policies, tax forms, and self-service tools to improve their understanding and engagement.

• Documentation and Process Improvement:

• Document payroll procedures in a clear and concise manner to ensure consistency and accuracy across the organization.

• Continuously identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.

• Collaboration and Special Projects:

• Partner with HR, IT, and Finance teams to support cross-functional projects and system implementations.

• Contribute to organizational initiatives by providing payroll-related insights and participating in special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of professional experience in Payroll, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Familiarity with ADPWorkforceNow, Lyric, Celergo, or other payroll systems (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, PivotTables).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle confidential information professionally.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands, manage stressful situations, and maintain a professional disposition.
• Ability to work in a team environment while responding effectively to management direction and feedback.

FAST Benefits

• Throughout your career, you will be rewarded through our merit-based pay structure, 401(k) matching program, and performance based bonuses.
• Our exceptional benefits package includes coverage for FASTies and their families. Health, dental, and vision insurance are 100% employer-paid, providing the peace of mind of top coverage without financial burden.
• Sabbatical program, known as the FAST Pause. This program provides you with a month of paid leave to pursue your passions and recharge in any way you would like.
• We provide paid parental leave.
• We provide paid holidays, as well as vacation and sick time.
• Our gift matching program matches annual volunteer hours or monetary donations.
• Team-building activities are offered throughout the year.
• Make a difference by driving meaningful and positive change in government agencies.

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FAST is an equal opportunity employer.

Voluntary Self-Identification Information is requested for U.S. applicants during the application process.

Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location of the applicant.

Fast Enterprises is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Fast Enterprises will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please [e-mail].

This position is expected to close on December 1st, 2026,though the posting may be extended if the role is not yet filled. Before you submit any documentation with your application, you can redact information that identifies your age, date of birth, or date of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Please note, we cannot consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship now, or in the future in the United States or Canada.

Pay Range

USD $69,000.00 - USD $72,000.00 /Yr.