Payroll Specialist I

American Furniture Warehouse•Englewood, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

AFW is looking for a Payroll Specialist to assist with processing payroll for 3,000 + employees. In this role, you will manage multi-state payroll operations for both exempt and non-exempt employees, ensuring compliance and precision. The Payroll Specialist will play a critical role in maintaining compliance across locations and ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. The ideal candidate would be detail-oriented, anticipate challenges with the ability to problem solve, and effectively communicate with others.

Requirements

2-3 years of previous payroll processing and administrative experience required.
Proficient in Excel, specifically vlookup and pivot tables.
Must have a firm understanding of multi-state and local payroll laws and regulations.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions accurately.
Capacity to effectively work independently of direct supervision.

Nice To Haves

(FPC) Fundamental Payroll Certification or (CPC) Certified Payroll Professional is preferred.
Experience with Oracle HCM is a plus!
Bachelor’s or associate degree in Accounting/or related field preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted in lieu of diploma.

Responsibilities

Process weekly payroll using Oracle HCM, ensuring accurate wage processing and timeliness.
Manage data entry of all new hire information and other payroll-related data changes.
Assist with processing manual (out of cycle) checks as needed.
Assist with processing and maintaining payroll garnishments.
Prepare and manage import files on a regular basis, including during payroll processing cycles.
Troubleshoot issues related to: paychecks, tax deductions, timecard issues, and other payroll-related matters.
Conduct periodic audits of the payroll database and correct any discrepancies.
Act as a liaison between HR and Payroll departments.
Hold information confidential with excellent judgment.
Participate in special projects as assigned, such as: documenting workflows, improving processes and procedures, and periodic updates to payroll-related forms.
Other duties to be assigned/directed by supervisor.