Payroll Administrator

Fast Enterprises • Centennial, CO

3d • $70,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Fast Enterprises is a provider of essential software and services for citizens and government. In 1998, we changed the way government revenue agencies support their business with the introduction of GenTax®. We have expanded beyond Tax and now also perform implementations for Motor Vehicle, Driver License, Unemployment Insurance, and Child Support Engagement agencies.
Your FAST career has a meaningful and lasting social impact. FAST offers a collaborative in-office problem-solving environment.
Qualified candidates will join our team at our headquarters in Centennial, CO. This role will be hybrid (4 days in-office) after in-office training.
As a Payroll Administrator at FAST, you will play a critical role in managing payroll processes and ensuring accuracy and compliance across the organization.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of professional experience in Payroll, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, PivotTables).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle confidential information professionally.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands, manage stressful situations, and maintain a professional disposition.
• Ability to work in a team environment while responding effectively to management direction and feedback.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with ADP WorkforceNow, Lyric, or Celergo (preferred).
• FPC certification (strongly preferred).
• International payroll experience, including knowledge of tax treaties and foreign payroll systems (a plus).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation, documentation, distribution, and reconciliation of domestic and international payrolls for employees across multiple jurisdictions.
• Audit timesheets and expense claims.
• Calculate and record payroll deductions and taxable benefits.
• Conduct regular payroll audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and international regulations, as well as adherence to company policies.
• Stay up to date on payroll legislation and labor laws, implementing changes to maintain compliance.
• Generate ad hoc and custom reports tailored to the needs of internal and external stakeholders, including leadership and auditors.
• Complete state labor surveys and requests for verification of employment and income.
• Collaborate with finance and HR teams to reconcile payroll data with accounting and financial records.
• Serve as the primary contact for payroll-related inquiries, providing timely and accurate information to employees and management.
• Educate employees on payroll policies, tax forms, and self-service tools to improve their understanding and engagement.
• Document payroll procedures in a clear and concise manner to ensure consistency and accuracy across the organization.
• Continuously identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
• Partner with HR, IT, and Finance teams to support cross-functional projects and system implementations.
• Contribute to organizational initiatives by providing payroll-related insights and participating in special projects as needed.

Benefits

• Throughout your career, you will be rewarded through our merit-based pay structure, 401(k) matching program, and performance based bonuses.
• Our exceptional benefits package includes coverage for FASTies and their families. Health, dental, and vision insurance are 100% employer-paid, providing the peace of mind of top coverage without financial burden.
• Sabbatical program, known as the FAST Pause. This program provides you with a month of paid leave to pursue your passions and recharge in any way you would like.
• We provide paid parental leave.
• We provide paid holidays, as well as vacation and sick time.
• Our gift matching program matches annual volunteer hours or monetary donations.
• Team-building activities are offered throughout the year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees