Payroll Administrator

Pueblo County; Pueblo (CO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Remote & Hybrid work opportunities

County Retirement Program

Fitness Center

Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks

Generous vacation and sick leave accr©

Job summary

Pueblo County is seeking a Payroll Administrator to manage and optimize all payroll activities, ensuring accurate processing and timely reporting. The role supports the Payroll Manager, handles audits, and trains department staff while maintaining compliance and customer service standards.

The position offers remote and hybrid working opportunities along with a comprehensive benefits package and retirement program. Strong communication skills and proficiency in Workday are preferred.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree with 3+ years of progressive payroll processing experience.
• Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of progressive payroll processing experience.
• Associate's Degree with 7+ years of progressive payroll processing experience.
• High School Diploma/GED with 9+ years of progressive payroll processing experience.
• Recent experience using the Workday system for timekeeping and payroll.

Responsibilities

• Administers payroll activities and prepares payroll cycles for the department.
• Audits payroll data, responds to payroll-related questions, and trains staff.
• Backups Payroll Manager and assists with general ledger and budget items.
• Reviews payroll data accuracy, processes direct deposits, and transmits paychecks.
• Oversees payroll changes, W-4s, garnishments, and withholdings; ensures deadlines.

Skills

Workday experience

Education

Master's Degree in Business/Accounting/Finance or related field

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Accounting/Finance or related field

Associate's Degree in Business/Accounting/Finance or related field

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Workday

Job description

Administers technical activities for the department including but not limited to. preparation of County payroll, financial, and statistical reporting; responds to payroll-related questions, requirements, and inquiries; assists Payroll Manager in completing payroll cycle; provides assistance and trains Department staff as necessary; serves as a backup to Payroll Manager.

• Independently reviews and evaluates the accuracy of payroll data received from Payroll Clerks and Departments; provides alternatives and corrections to inaccurate information.
• Assists Payroll Manager in completing the payroll cycle, including but not limited to, auditing and approving final pay calculations and related activities within the County payroll system; producing County paychecks and transmits payroll related direct deposit payments; reconciling monthly withholdings of Federal, State, and Social Security Taxes; assists in processing required quarterly tax reporting.
• Acts as Subject Matter Expert on compliance, projects, and technical guidance for payroll-related items
• Oversees and assigns the processing of employee payroll changes, including but not limited to, Personnel Action Forms, W4s, direct deposit authorizations, garnishments, and withholdings.
• Coaches, trains, and provides service, technical guidance, and assistance to Payroll Clerks, less experienced staff, and Departments; acts as liaison to outside departments on behalf of the Payroll Division.
• Explains payroll calculations and/or requirements as necessary to payroll customers.
• Assists Payroll Manager with all duties as appropriate or necessary.
• Processes duplicate W-2 requests.
• Stays abreast of the complete payroll process, all deadlines, and due dates.
• Acts as backup to the Payroll Manager.
• Assists with miscellaneous general ledger, finance, and budget items within the financial system.
• Possess excellent oral and written skills to communicate effectively.
• Performs other duties as appropriate or necessary for performance of the job.

OPTION #1 - Masters Degree:

• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field AND 3+ years of recent, progressive payroll processing experience

OPTION #2 - Bachelor's Degree:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field AND 5+ years of recent, progressive payroll processing experience

OPTION #3 - Associate's Degree:

• Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field AND 7+ years of recent, progressive payroll processing experience

OPTION #4 - High School Diploma/GED:

• High School Diploma / GED equivalency AND 9+ years of recent, progressive payroll processing experience

SPECIAL:

• Recent experience working within the Workday system; particularly as it relates to timekeeping, payroll, time off requests, etc. strongly preferred

NOTE:

Any acceptable combination of related education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and skills may be considered a substitution.

Must successfully pass background check

• Comprehensive Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, etc.) for full-time employees
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Remote & Hybrid working opportunities
• County Retirement Program
• Autonomy to grow and find your career path with supportive leadership
• Truly inclusive and diverse environment
• Fitness Center (Historic Pueblo Courthouse Building)
• May be eligible for up to 12-weeks Paid Parental Leave Benefits (full-time employees)