Senior Payroll Administrator

Overview

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.  

   

We are currently seeking a Senior Payroll Administrator to join our Finance team at our headquarters in Centennial, CO. This role will initially be five days in-office for training and then transition to a hybrid schedule (four days in-office), where you’ll assist with payroll processing for approximately 2,500 employees.  

Responsibilities

As a Senior Payroll Administrator at FAST, you will play a critical role in managing payroll processes and ensuring accuracy and compliance across the organization. Your responsibilities will include:  

 

Payroll Administration  

• Oversee the preparation, documentation, distribution, and reconciliation of domestic and international payrolls for employees across multiple jurisdictions. 

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll, including wage and hour compliance, tax withholdings, and benefit deductions. 

• Administer and optimize payroll systems, managing integrations with existing and new platforms to streamline workflows.   

Auditing and Compliance   

• Conduct regular payroll audits to ensure accuracy, compliance with federal, state, and international regulations, and adherence to company policies. 

• Stay up to date on payroll legislation and labor laws, implementing changes to maintain compliance and industry best practices.   

Reporting and Analysis   

• Develop and deliver custom payroll reports tailored to the needs of internal and external stakeholders, including leadership and auditors. 

• Collaborate with the Finance and HR teams to reconcile payroll data with accounting and financial records.   

Employee Support and Communication   

• 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.   

Documentation and Process Improvement   

• Document payroll procedures in a clear and detailed manner, ensuring consistency and accuracy across the organization. 

• Continuously identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.  

• Provide training to team on policies, regulations, and processes.   

Invoice Reconciliation   

• Reconcile invoices related to payroll ensuring alignment with financial records and timely payments.   

Collaboration and Special Projects   

• 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. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.  

• 4-9+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience, with a proven track record of accuracy and compliance.  

• Experience with ADP WorkforceNow, Lyric, or Celergo is preferred.  

• International payroll experience is a plus, including understanding tax treaties and foreign payroll systems.  

• FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) or CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification is preferred.  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, with advanced skills such as PivotTables and VLOOKUP.  

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.  

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams and with employees.  

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive payroll data with integrity.  

• A proactive, team-oriented attitude with the ability to adapt to