Senior PEO Payroll Specialist – Multi‑Client

ExtensisHR; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Medical Insurance

Retirement plans (401k/IRA)

Professional development

Employee discounts

Job summary

ExtensisHR in Denver, CO is seeking a Payroll Specialist II to ensure accurate and timely input, processing, and packaging of client payrolls. You will maintain client records, verify new hires, changes, and terminations, and respond to payroll inquiries while meeting deadlines.

The role requires 4+ years in payroll across multiple client locations, with an associate or bachelor degree. FPC/CPP and PEO experience are a plus; strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant work experience.
• 4+ years in a role handling payroll for multiple clients/locations.
• FPC or CPP is a plus.
• PEO experience is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure within stated deadlines.
• Attention to accuracy and detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Computer proficiency, Microsoft office and other payroll software programs.
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Input, process and package client payrolls accurately using internal systems and imports.
• Respond to client questions about payroll input and processing.
• Keep up with Federal and State tax changes and maintain knowledge of them.
• Complete employee maintenance including new hires and terminations before payroll processing.
• Verify I-9 information for accuracy and compliance.
• Document processes and add to payroll documentation folder.
• Maintain filing of employee data.
• Perform other duties; support AI tools for productivity.

Skills

Payroll processing

Multi-client handling

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent & team

Education

Associate/Bachelor degree

FPC or CPP (advantage)

Tools

Payroll software

Microsoft Office

Job description

ExtensisHR in Denver, CO is seeking a Payroll Specialist II to ensure accurate and timely input, processing, and packaging of client payrolls. You will maintain client records, verify new hires, changes, and terminations, and respond to payroll inquiries while meeting deadlines.

The role requires 4+ years in payroll across multiple client locations, with an associate or bachelor degree. FPC/CPP and PEO experience are a plus; strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential.