Colorado Staff Accountant - Payroll Focused

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees across multiple projects and locations
• Review and verify timecards for accuracy and completeness
• Calculate wages, deductions, and adjustments including benefits and garnishments
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
• Prepare, review, and file all payroll tax filings
• Prepare and file sales and use tax returns across multiple jurisdictions
• Support audits and ensure accurate accruals and reporting
• Maintain business and contractor licensing across municipalities and states
• Reconcile payroll to the general ledger and supporting schedules
• Aid in month-end close activities including payroll and benefits accruals
• Support accounts payable entry and general accounting tasks as needed
• Respond to employee and project team payroll inquiries
• Partner with HR to validate benefit deductions and employee data
• Cross-train in key accounting functions to support team continuity
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or related field)
• 3+ years of payroll experience including multi-state payroll processing
• Strong understanding of payroll taxes and compliance requirements
• Working knowledge of general accounting principles
• Congstruction or project-based accounting experience preferred

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Sage 300 CRE, HH2, or similar systems preferred

Core Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong time management and ability to manage competing priorities
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Professionalism and customer-service mindset