Nakupuna Companies · 23 hours ago
Payroll Specialist
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$60K/yr - $75K/yr
2+ years expNakupuna Companies is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support the Payroll Team in maintaining and managing payroll information and processing. The role involves tracking payroll changes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with HR for accurate employee information.
Environmental ConsultingInformation TechnologyManagement Consulting
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Track and record payroll related changes throughout each pay period
Accurately input and update data into various databases and systems while ensuring data integrity and confidentiality
Process and administer accurate and timely payroll for a multi-entity government contracting organization across multiple states, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Upload labor data to ADP and manual entry of any adjustments or manual checks
Review and reconcile payroll files, ensuring accuracy and resolving any discrepancies
Collaborate with HR and department managers to ensure accurate and up-to-date employee information, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and other payroll-related adjustments
Assist with all payroll transactions including but not limited to salaries, benefits, garnishments, liens, taxes (federal, state and local), bonuses, net to gross pay, direct deposits, manual pay calculations, bonus and PTO repayments, SCA H&W, payroll compliance for terminations, imputed income, PTO payouts, separation agreements, changes in pay rates, and other deductions/allowances
Assist with 401k contribution submittals for each company; processed separately for every pay period
Assist with processing year-end payroll (W-2, PTO Payout, Bonus, etc.)
Support Payroll Manager in communication with employees on payroll-related matters
Must be able to work some late nights, weekends, and holidays as needed to complete payroll by required deadlines
All other payroll-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Solid judgment and decision-making ability
Takes initiative and is adaptable
Must be a U.S. citizen
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
At least 2 years of payroll experience for 1000+ employees, ideally for a multi-entity organization
Proficiency in using ADP Workforce Now, Deltek Costpoint, and Deltek Time & Expense
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting
Must have knowledge of HR and Benefits and how they affect payroll
Must be able to work in a fast paced, deadline-driven work environment as our team handles complex payroll processes and multiple pay cycles
Strong understanding of payroll principles, tax regulations, and wage and hour laws
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Reconciling payroll-related accounts
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex payroll issues
Exceptional organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize and multitask effectively
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact professionally with employees at all levels
High level of integrity and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality of sensitive payroll information
Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers
Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations
Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer
Preferred
Experience in government contracting payroll and/or experience with a multi-entity organization
Deltek Costpoint and Deltek Time & Expense
Knowledge of general accounting principles
Benefits
401k contribution submittals for each company
Company
Nakupuna Companies
Nakupuna Companies provides management consulting services specializing in IT, facilities support, and environmental services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jason Greenawalt
Chief Executive Officer
Steven Wright
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-08-13
2025-06-25
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