Payroll Clerk

Venture Advanced Partners; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Venture Advanced Partners in Colorado Springs, CO is seeking a Payroll Clerk for a fintech startup. This full-time role handles payroll transactions, maintains accurate records, and ensures compliance with payroll laws while supporting benefits administration.

You will join a collaborative team at our Colorado Springs office and contribute to timely wage payments, year-end tasks, and responsive employee service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of payroll processing experience.
• Familiarity with payroll software and systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify payroll for our team of talented professionals.
• Ensure accurate and timely payment of wages and benefits.
• Maintain and update employee records and tax information.
• Generate and distribute payroll reports and statements.
• Assist with year-end tax preparation and reporting.
• Stay up-to-date with changing payroll laws and regulations.
• Provide excellent customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure smooth financial operations.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Venture Advanced Partners seeks a Payroll Clerk for its fintech startup in Colorado Springs, CO. This full-time role offers a negotiable salary and benefits. The position is open until November 22, 2026.

As a Payroll Clerk, you'll process payroll transactions, maintain accurate records, and ensure compliance with payroll laws. You'll also handle employee benefits administration and address payroll-related inquiries.

You'll work in a team environment at our Colorado Springs office. Our city is known for its outdoor activities and vibrant culture, offering a great quality of life.

The salary for this position is negotiable and will be determined based on the candidate's level of experience and qualifications. In addition to the base salary, the company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. These benefits are designed to support the overall well-being and financial security of employees. The company is committed to providing a competitive compensation package that reflects the value of the candidate's contributions to the organization.

• Process and verify payroll for our team of talented professionalsEnsure accurate and timely payment of wages and benefitsMaintain and update employee records and tax informationGenerate and distribute payroll reports and statementsAssist with year-end tax preparation and reportingStay up-to-date with changing payroll laws and regulationsProvide excellent customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiriesCollaborate with the accounting team to ensure smooth financial operations

• High school diploma or equivalent1-3 years of experience in payroll processing or a related fieldFamiliarity with payroll software and systemsStrong attention to detail and accuracyExcellent organizational and time management skillsAbility to work well under pressure and meet deadlinesProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly ExcelBasic understanding of tax laws and regulationsPrevious experience in a fast-paced, startup environment is a plus