Payroll Administrator

CFS; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join our Lakewood, CO-based team. This onsite role targets payroll professionals with 1–2 years’ experience, offering hands-on exposure to HR systems, onboarding, and benefits administration.

You will process payroll, manage timekeeping records, and assist with onboarding while partnering with HR and Finance to ensure accurate reporting and compliance. This is a collaborative, growth-oriented role with a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of payroll processing experience.
• Familiar with payroll software and HRIS/timekeeping systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication and customer-service mindset.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Team player who is proactive and eager to learn.
• Healthcare or private equity experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely payroll including regular, off-cycle, and PEO payroll.
• Maintain timekeeping records, PTO balances, and sick leave accruals.
• Assist with bonus calculations and payroll adjustments.
• Support onboarding including I-9 verification and E-Verify processing.
• Maintain payroll data in the HRIS system.
• Respond to payroll and HR system inquiries.
• Prepare payroll reports and assist with data requests.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to troubleshoot system issues.
• Assist with new hire orientation, audits, HR projects, and process improvements.
• Ensure payroll practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Customer service

Tools

HRIS platforms

Timekeeping systems

Job description

Compensation: $27–$31/hour

Location: Lakewood, CO

Schedule: Full-Time | Onsite

Are you a payroll professional looking to grow your career while gaining valuable exposure to Human Resources? We're partnering with an established organization seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join its collaborative team!

This is a great opportunity for someone with 1–2 years of payroll experience who enjoys working with people, solving problems, and keeping things running smoothly. You'll play an important role in payroll operations while expanding your skills in HR systems, employee onboarding, and benefits-related administration.

Why This Payroll Administrator Opportunity Stands Out

• Competitive pay of $27–$31/hour based on experience.
• Gain valuable exposure to both payroll and HR functions, building a well-rounded skill set.
• Join a supportive, collaborative team where your contributions make a difference.
• Enjoy a variety of responsibilities beyond traditional payroll processing.
• Work with HRIS technology and gain hands-on experience with payroll systems and reporting.
• Opportunity to develop professionally and expand your knowledge of HR operations and compliance.
• Be part of an established organization with a team-focused work environment.

What You'll Do as a Payroll Administrator

• Process accurate and timely payroll, including regular, off-cycle, and PEO payroll.
• Maintain employee timekeeping records, PTO balances, and sick leave accruals.
• Assist with quarterly and annual bonus calculations and payroll adjustments.
• Support employee onboarding, including I-9 verification and E-Verify processing.
• Maintain payroll and employee information within the HRIS system.
• Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, timekeeping, and HR systems.
• Process payroll-related requests, including garnishments, tax documentation, and employment verifications.
• Prepare payroll reports and assist HR and Finance teams with data and reporting needs.
• Partner with internal teams and external vendors to troubleshoot system issues.
• Assist with new hire orientation, audits, HR projects, and process improvements.
• Help ensure payroll practices comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

What We're Looking for in a Payroll Administrator

• 1–2 years of payroll processing or payroll administration experience.
• Familiarity with payroll software, HRIS platforms, or timekeeping systems.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-service mindset.
• Ability to handle confidential employee information with professionalism.
• A team player who is proactive, dependable, and eager to learn.
• Experience in healthcare or private equity environments is a plus, but not required.

Who Would Thrive as a Payroll Administrator?

The ideal Payroll Administrator is someone who enjoys the details of payroll but also likes interacting with employees and supporting a team. You're organized, approachable, and comfortable juggling multiple responsibilities. Most importantly, you're looking for an opportunity to continue developing your payroll expertise while gaining broader HR experience.

If you're an experienced payroll professional looking for a position where you can contribute, collaborate, and grow, we'd love to connect!

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