We are seeking an experienced payroll professional ready to take greater ownership of a multi-state payroll operation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on with payroll while also improving processes, strengthening controls, establishing best practices, and providing guidance to other payroll team members. Whether you are already overseeing a payroll function or are an experienced payroll professional ready to take the next step in your career, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on how payroll operates. Senior 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 JOB ID: 181650 #post Jason Groupp