We are looking for a Part-time fully remote Payroll Specialist to support bi-weekly payroll operations for a salaried employee population in a multi-state environment. This Contract position is based in Denver, Colorado, and offers the opportunity to contribute to accurate payroll administration while also assisting with related HR and administrative tasks between payroll cycles. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage sensitive information with a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end bi-weekly payroll processing for approximately 300 salaried employees working across multiple states, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Review payroll data for completeness and accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and verify that earnings, deductions, and taxes are processed correctly.
• Reconcile payroll-related invoices and supporting records to confirm proper documentation and alignment with internal reporting.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll timing with clear and effective communication.
• Provide administrative assistance during non-payroll periods, including document maintenance, data updates, and coordination of assigned support tasks.
• Assist with HR-related recordkeeping and general operational support as needed to maintain organized and current employee information.
• Contribute to special projects and process-related assignments that support payroll, HR, or broader administrative functions.
• Utilize payroll platforms such as Rippling and comparable systems to maintain payroll records and support ongoing processing activities.