Payroll Manager

Strategic Retail Partners; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance

Paid holidays and floating holidays

PTO & employees are paid weekly

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A dynamic retail company in Denver is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy while improving processes. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of payroll experience and 2 years of supervisory experience, alongside a strong understanding of various payroll systems. Benefits for this hybrid role include medical insurance, 401(k) match, and paid holidays. This position offers a competitive salary in the range of $85,000 to $100,000 annually, aligning with skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of payroll experience.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and comfort with system upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate payment of salaries, wages, bonuses, and deductions.
• Manage and execute the full‑cycle payroll process.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and monitor compliance with laws.

Skills

Payroll experience

Supervisory experience

Payroll systems knowledge

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, HR

Tools

Paycom

ADP

Paychex

Job description

Payroll Manager

Strategic Retail Partners (SRP) is seeking a Payroll Manager responsible for leading payroll operations while strengthening compliance, accuracy, and process efficiency. This role is ideal for a seasoned Senior Payroll Specialist/Analyst who is ready to step into broader ownership.

Base pay range: $85,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

This range is provided by SRP. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

The gross salary range is $85,000 - $100,000. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. Actual salaries will vary and are based on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, and competencies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate payment of salaries, wages, bonuses, and deductions.
• Manage and execute the full‑cycle payroll process to ensure accurate and timely pay for all employees across multiple states.
• Review and approve payroll calculations, deductions, garnishments, and adjustments.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure data integrity across systems.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage and hour laws, regulations and best practices.
• Conduct regular audits of payroll data, timekeeping, and tax filings to proactively identify and correct discrepancies.
• Develop and implement compliance procedures to minimize risk and ensure SRP meets all employment law requirements.
• Prepare and review payroll reports for management, finance, and audit purposes.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for payroll‑related regulatory changes and communicate updates internally.
• Enhance payroll processes by creating SOPs, tightening controls, and introducing workflow efficiencies.
• Oversee payroll system configuration and maintenance; ensure accuracy during upgrades, integrations, and platform changes.
• Support potential HRIS implementation efforts, including data mapping, testing, training, and process redesign.
• Partner closely with Accounting/Finance and internal partners to ensure accurate timekeeping, benefits deductions, and reporting.
• Provide responsive, customer‑focused support to employees regarding payroll questions or issues.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues, deductions, and discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.
• Supervise and coordinate the daily operations of the payroll department, including payroll processing for all employees.
• Oversee and develop payroll staff, providing coaching, training, and workload direction.
• Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement within payroll operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of payroll experience.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems (such as Paycom, ADP, Paychex, or similar platforms) and comfort with system upgrades or HRIS transitions.
• Strong comprehensive understanding of federal and multi‑state payroll regulations, tax laws, and reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct audits, analyze data, and implement compliance improvements.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross‑functionally.
• Intermediate proficiency in Excel and familiarity with data reporting.
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) preferred, but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, HR or related experience in lieu of a degree.

Benefits and Perks

• Hybrid role in downtown Denver with paid parking.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance.
• Paid holidays and floating holidays.
• PTO & employees are paid weekly.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran (U.S.) status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, in accordance with applicable laws.