Job Description

We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to join the quickly growing Tely Team. This is a key role supporting our Finance and HR functions to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment. As our Payroll Specialist, you will bring attention to detail, a strong understanding of payroll practices, and a desire to take ownership of the payroll process while working cross-functionally to support our growing team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly and off-cycle payrolls for a multi-state employee base, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

• Calculate and record payroll related journal entries in the accounting system (QuickBooks and eventually NetSuite).

• Review and validate approved timecards, employee reimbursements, and other compensation-related inputs prior to payroll submission.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure a high level of accuracy and compliance.

• Maintain employee payroll records and ensure updates are processed accurately in collaboration with HR.

• Assist our third-party tax firm performing payroll tax filings through responding to related information requests.

• Prepare and distribute payroll reports for leadership.

• Assist HR team in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
• Paylocity experience
• 3–7 years of payroll processing experience, preferably in a multi-state environment.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth company is a plus.
• General understanding of US GAAP or IFRS accounting is a plus.

Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Paylocity is preferred.
• Strong understanding of payroll best practices and compliance fundamentals.
• High attention to detail and a strong sense of ownership over deliverables.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work cross-functionally with HR and Finance.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines consistently.

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $60,000 - $85,000 (Flexible based on experience)

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 40 hours per week

License/Certification: N/A

Ability to Commute:

• Boulder, CO 80304 (Required)

Work Location: In-person

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid time off

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