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Robert Half Senior Payroll Administrator in Centennial, Colorado
Description
Robert Half is supporting the recruiting efforts of a company in the SaaS industry to find a Senior Payroll Administrator. This is a full time, permanent position in Centennial. It is 100% in office, and is paying $65-75k + bonus. Additional information and job requirements are below. For a full job description with company information, and for immediate consideration, reach out to Leigh Goings on LinkedIn!
Responsibilities Include:
Payroll Administration
Oversee the preparation, documentation, distribution, and reconciliation of domestic and international payrolls for employees across multiple jurisdictions.
Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll, including wage and hour compliance, tax withholdings, and benefit deductions.
Administer and optimize payroll systems, managing integrations with existing and new platforms to streamline workflows.
Auditing and Compliance
Conduct regular payroll audits to ensure accuracy, compliance with federal, state, and international regulations, and adherence to company policies.
Stay up to date on payroll legislation and labor laws, implementing changes to maintain compliance and industry best practices.
Reporting and Analysis
Develop and deliver custom payroll reports tailored to the needs of internal and external stakeholders, including leadership and auditors.
Collaborate with the Finance and HR teams to reconcile payroll data with accounting and financial records.
Employee Support and Communication
Serve as the primary contact for payroll-related inquiries, providing timely and accurate information to employees and management.
Educate employees on payroll policies, tax forms, and self-service tools to improve their understanding and engagement.
Documentation and Process Improvement
Document payroll procedures in a clear and detailed manner, ensuring consistency and accuracy across the organization.
Continuously identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
Provide training to team on policies, regulations, and processes.
Invoice Reconciliation
- Reconcile invoices related to payroll ensuring alignment with financial records and timely payments.
Collaboration and Special Projects
Partner with HR, IT, and Finance teams to support cross-functional projects and system implementations.
Contribute to organizational initiatives by providing payroll-related insights and participating in special projects as needed.
Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
4-9+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience, with a proven track record of accuracy and compliance.
Experience with ADP WorkforceNow, Lyric, or Celergo is preferred.
International payroll experience is a plus, including understanding tax treaties and foreign payroll systems.
FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) or CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification is preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, with advanced skills such as PivotTables and VLOOKUP.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams and with employees.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive payroll data with integrity.
A proactive, team-oriented attitude with the ability to adapt to changing business needs and priorities.
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