Payroll Analyst

Payroll Analyst

Location: Centennial, CO
Compensation: $80,000–$85,000

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail‑driven Payroll Analyst to support a high‑volume, multi‑state payroll operation with a strong emphasis on prevailing wage compliance. This role is responsible for processing weekly payroll for approximately 2,000 employees while ensuring compliance with Davis‑Bacon, PWA, and IRA requirements.

This is not a traditional payroll role. While payroll processing is a core responsibility, a significant portion of the position focuses on post‑payroll compliance, certified payroll reporting, and manual data validation. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on prevailing wage experience and is comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, highly regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly, multi‑state payroll for approximately 2,000 employees using Paylocity


• Manage and ensure compliance with Certified Payroll Reporting (CPRs) under Davis‑Bacon and other prevailing wage regulations


• Review, edit, and submit certified payroll reports, including validation of:
  
  
  
  • Craft and job classifications
  
  
  • Apprentice and trainee classifications
  
  
  • Fringe benefit calculations
  
  
  
  


• Investigate and resolve rejected, inaccurate, or incomplete payroll submissions


• Partner closely with Time & Labor and Operations teams to resolve:
  
  
  
  • Timekeeping discrepancies and missed punches
  
  
  • Job classification and pay rate issues
  
  
  
  


• Perform manual payroll data analysis, validation, and reconciliation, often outside of system‑generated reports using advanced Excel techniques


• Maintain and apply prevailing wage fringe schedules and ensure proper application during payroll processing


• Reconcile payroll‑related general ledger accounts and support accounting with payroll reporting


• Upload, manage, and track payroll and compliance documentation across multiple reporting portals and systems


• Support internal and external audits, tax reporting, and DOL or third‑party compliance inquiries


• Assist with year‑end payroll processing, reconciliations, and reporting

Required Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of payroll experience (multi‑state payroll strongly preferred)


• Direct, hands‑on experience with:
  
  
  
  • Certified Payroll Reporting (CPRs)
  
  
  • Davis‑Bacon and prevailing wage regulations
  
  
  
  


• Strong understanding of:
  
  
  
  • Wage determinations and classifications
  
  
  • Fringe benefit calculations
  
  
  • Payroll compliance requirements
  
  
  
  


• Advanced Excel skills, including data manipulation, analysis, and reporting


• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail


• Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines in a high‑volume environment


• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross‑functionally