Sr. Payroll Specialist

Our Denver office has a new opportunity for a Payroll Senior Specialist with payroll experience to join our growth-oriented professional engineering and environmental consulting office. In this role you will report to the Payroll Manager and will work closely alongside a Payroll Lead.

**Please note that this role must be located in the Denver, CO area, and available to work a hybrid schedule at our Lakewood, CO office location**

The Sr. Payroll Specialist role will be responsible for leading the payroll function within the organization. The role will manage the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. The role will involve overseeing time tracking systems, ensuring that all employee hours are accurately recorded and approved. The role will handle complex payroll calculations, including bonuses, commissions, and other special payments. Additionally, the role will prepare and file payroll tax returns, staying informed about changes in tax legislation. This role will generate comprehensive internal and external reports, providing valuable insights to senior management. Maintaining detailed payroll records and managing payroll systems will be critical, as well as effectively communicating with employees regarding payroll matters.

Responsibilities 

• Perform payroll processing tasks efficiently and accurately. 
• Manage time tracking for employees and ensure correct data entry. 
• Conduct regular internal and external reporting. 
• Engage in tax filing processes with due diligence and precision. 
• Maintain compliance with payroll and taxation regulations. 
• Handle record keeping responsibilities diligently. 
• Manage payroll system efficiently and troubleshoot minor issues. 
• Facilitate clear and effective communication with employees and cross-functional teams regarding payroll related inquiries. 
• Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs. 

Mentorship 

• May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles. 

Skills and Competencies 

• Proven skill in payroll processing and time tracking management. 
• Ability to handle internal and external reporting with proficiency. 
• Excellent knowledge of tax filing and compliance procedures. 
• Strong record-keeping ability and system management skills. 
• High level of interpersonal communication skills. 

Experience 

• Typically, a minimum of 4 years of payroll or relevant experience. 
• Proven track record in maintaining compliance and efficient record keeping. 

Education 

• An associate's degree in business administration, finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience is required. 
• A Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is required.  

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future. 

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.  

Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401 (k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.  

About Brown and Caldwell

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,300 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com 

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test. Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Minorities/Women/Disabled and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.