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

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Payroll Wage Specialist