Payroll Specialist Responsibilities:
- Process bi-weekly payroll with precision, ensuring all deadlines and compliance requirements are met
- Maintain payroll records, employee data, and ensure data integrity and confidentiality
- Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations to support month-end close processes
- Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
- Provide responsive and effective support to employees regarding payroll inquiries
- Register and manage state withholding and unemployment accounts as needed
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth operations and accurate reporting
Payroll Specialist Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience in payroll, accounting, or accounts payable
- High School Diploma or GED required; an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is preferred
- Familiarity with multi-state payroll processing or experience in a unionized workforce is a plus
- Proficiency in payroll systems like Paylocity or Paycom
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
- Strong understanding of GAAP accrual accounting standards
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Payroll Specialist Benefits:
- $30 – $34 per hour
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off to support work-life balance
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Opportunities for professional development and training
This role is 100% on-site in Colorado Springs, offering the opportunity to work in a collaborative and engaging environment. If you’re ready to bring your payroll expertise to a team that values accuracy and efficiency, apply today!
Thank you,
Ann Marie O’Sullivan
Sr Project Manager – Accounting & Finance
LaSalle Network
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.
LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.
