Payroll Specialist | Tuition Paid & 401(k) Match

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

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.