PAYROLL SPECIALIST

Pilgrim; Greeley (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage (

Tuition assistance (Better Futures)

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Base salary range $20-$22 per hour

Job summary

Pilgrim is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Greeley, CO to join our Human Resources team. You will accurately enter payroll data with 10-key proficiency, review timesheets for hours worked, and process payroll calculations including deductions and taxes.

The role requires 1–2 years of payroll experience, strong Excel/Outlook skills, and a customer-service mindset to resolve payroll inquiries promptly. This position supports a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of payroll experience, preferably within the transportation industry.
• Prior payroll experience is required.
• Solid understanding of payroll laws, procedures, and terminology.
• High accuracy in 10-key data entry.
• Experience with TMW and/or SAP is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Windows-based applications.
• Strong customer service skills with focus on timely and accurate issue resolution.
• Detail-oriented with ability to work efficiently and effectively.
• Self-motivated with a process-oriented mindset to ensure accuracy.
• Dependable and reliable.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Accurately enter data with a strong emphasis on 10-key proficiency.
• Review and verify timesheets to determine hours worked and ensure proper authorization.
• Process payroll calculations, including standard deductions and applicable taxes.
• Record payroll data on payroll sheets, ensuring all required information is included.
• Respond to complex payroll inquiries and gather necessary data for resolution.
• Calculate special payments and generate detailed payroll reports.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

10-key proficiency

Payroll data entry

Customer service

Detail-oriented

Process-oriented

Dependable

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

TMW

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Position Title: Payroll Specialist

Department: Human Resources

Location: Greeley, CO

Reports To: Payroll Supervisor

Primary Responsibilities:

• Accurately enter data with a strong emphasis on 10-key proficiency.
• Review and verify timesheets to determine hours worked and ensure proper authorization.
• Process payroll calculations, including standard deductions and applicable taxes.
• Record payroll data on payroll sheets, ensuring all required information is included.
• Respond to complex payroll inquiries and gather necessary data for resolution.
• Calculate special payments and generate detailed payroll reports.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 1 – 2 years of payroll experience, preferably within the transportation industry.
• Prior payroll experience is required.
• Solid understanding of payroll laws, procedures, and terminology.
• High accuracy in 10-key data entry.
• Experience with TMW and/or SAP is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Windows-based applications.
• Strong customer service skills with a focus on timely and accurate issue resolution.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work efficiently and effectively.
• Self-motivated with a process-oriented mindset to ensure accuracy.
• Dependable and reliable.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED .

The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits:

• Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Better Futures Program: 2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents;
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base salary range $20 - $22 per hour ;

The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug, alcohol, and background check for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.