Part Time Payroll Specialist

Overview

This part-time, fully remote role involves managing complex multi-state payroll operations and benefits administration for approximately 90 hourly and salaried employees. The position requires processing biweekly payroll, ensuring compliance with certified payroll and prevailing wage regulations, and driving improvements in payroll processes. The role also supports upcoming payroll and timekeeping system transitions.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll using ADP Workforce Now for employees across multiple states and jurisdictions.
• Administer multi-state payroll accurately for hourly and salaried staff.
• Manage prevailing wage calculations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare, review, and submit certified payroll reports on time.
• Administer employee benefit enrollments, changes, and deductions in coordination with payroll.
• Support new hire onboarding by setting up payroll profiles, pay rates, and benefit deductions.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and compliance documentation per federal and state requirements.
• Generate payroll reports for Finance, Safety, and leadership teams.
• Assist with workers’ compensation reporting and related payroll documentation.
• Support payroll and timekeeping system implementation and enhancement initiatives.
• Identify payroll process inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Operations to align payroll, benefits, and compliance.
• Participate in payroll system enhancements by providing input, testing, and assisting with rollout and training.
• Independently manage day-to-day payroll processing to meet biweekly deadlines.
• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and prevailing wage compliance requirements.
• Provide guidance or training on certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements as needed.

Requirements

• Several years of payroll administration experience with end-to-end payroll processing ownership.
• Proven experience managing complex multi-state payroll across multiple jurisdictions.
• Hands-on experience with certified payroll report preparation and submission.
• Strong knowledge of prevailing wage requirements and payroll compliance.
• Solid understanding of federal and state wage and hour laws.
• Ability to process payroll independently without extensive oversight.
• Experience using ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll software.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on payroll accuracy and error reduction.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to communicate solutions clearly.
• Ability to meet strict biweekly payroll and certified payroll submission deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Benefits administration experience including enrollments, changes, and payroll deductions.
• Experience supporting payroll or timekeeping system implementations or enhancements.
• Background in construction or project-based payroll environments.
• Knowledge of union payroll environments and related rules.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is a plus.
• Experience training others on certified payroll and prevailing wage requirements.
• Strong collaboration skills working with HR, Finance, and Operations teams.
• Mindset focused on continuous improvement and modernization of payroll practices.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour.
• Benefits eligibility at 30 hours per week, which may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions
  • Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and dependents
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off including vacation and sick leave

Work Environment

• Fully remote, part-time position averaging approximately 30 hours per week.
• Potential for increased hours during onboarding and transition periods.
• Collaborative work with Payroll, HR, Finance, and Operations teams.
• Opportunity to influence payroll strategy, compliance, and process improvements.
• Use of ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll technology.
• Participation in payroll system enhancements and implementation initiatives.
• Preference may be given to candidates located in states where the organization currently operates.

Location

• Contract to hire position based out of Centennial, CO.

Application Deadline

• This position is anticipated to close on July 21, 2026.