Senior Payroll Operations Lead

Payroll Operations Lead Responsibilities: Lead day-to-day payroll activities supporting employees across multiple states and business entities Evaluate current payroll workflows and implement best practices that improve accuracy, consistency, oversight, and operational efficiency Review payroll activity for accuracy while providing guidance and support to other members of the payroll team Remain hands-on with payroll processing and provide coverage when necessary Research and resolve complex issues involving pay, taxes, deductions, employee data, and payroll system exceptions Partner closely with Finance to ensure payroll activity is properly reconciled and reflected in financial reporting Monitor federal, state, and local payroll requirements and help ensure ongoing compliance Establish effective review practices and maintain clear payroll procedures and documentation Oversee payroll activity involving bonuses, benefits, retirement contributions, garnishments, leaves, and compensation changes Review timekeeping information and address exceptions that could impact payroll accuracy Assist with year-end payroll requirements, audits, reporting, and regulatory filings Analyze payroll data to identify discrepancies, trends, and opportunities for improvement Help improve payroll workflows through automation, stronger processes, and better use of technology Participate in payroll and HRIS enhancements, testing, implementations, and system changes Provide payroll support related to organizational growth, acquisitions, and changes to business entities

Core Competencies: Comprehensive understanding of end-to-end payroll processing Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations and payroll tax requirements Ability to troubleshoot complex payroll issues and determine appropriate solutions Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to accuracy Process improvement mindset and ability to identify operational inefficiencies Comfortable balancing team oversight with hands-on payroll responsibilities Effective cross-functional partner with Finance, HR, and other business teams Strong judgment and discretion when working with sensitive employee and compensation information Senior

Payroll Operations Lead Qualifications: 5+ years of progressive payroll experience Working knowledge of payroll reconciliations and the relationship between payroll and accounting, with the ability to partner effectively with Finance Significant experience processing and reviewing multi-state payroll Strong working experience with ADP Workforce Now Experience managing the complete payroll cycle from payroll inputs through reconciliation Knowledge of payroll taxes, wage and hour requirements, deductions, garnishments, benefits, and retirement contributions Experience with payroll reconciliations and payroll-related accounting activities Previous experience providing direction, training, or quality review for other payroll professionals Multi-entity payroll experience strongly preferred Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills Must be able to work regularly from an office in the Denver, CO area