Payroll Administrator

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Final date to receive applications: 1/16/2026

Hiring pay range: $75,358.40 - $92,310.40

Full salary range: $75,358.40 - $

Under the direction of the Finance Director, coordinates the daily activities of the payroll function to include bi‑weekly payroll processing and auditing of time and attendance for accuracy. Is responsible for training, assigning and reviewing work, supporting staff, identifying training needs, and participating in the evaluation process. Maintains payroll work calendar and reporting of payroll with holdings. Partners and collaborates with Human Resource functions to deliver timely and accurate pay for Garfield County employees.

70% Payroll Operations:

• Oversees and processes bi‑weekly payroll in accordance with County, State, and Federal regulations for multiple payrolls.
• Plans, assigns, and reviews work in the payroll function area. Responsible for the accurate filing of payroll tax reports and payments. Performs and oversees the necessary calculations and documentation for adjustments, corrections, and over payments.
• Ensures employee payroll records are in compliance with state and federal regulations. Ensures quality of work in the payroll function. Anticipates issues, performs complex research, and works to resolve and troubleshoot complex payroll problems. Performs quarterly and monthly reviews and reconciliations of assigned accounts including all payroll liability accounts.
• Maintains knowledge of current payroll and accounting principles and implements new or revised policies and procedures to comply with legal and accounting regulations.

10% Payroll & Time Keeping Systems:

• Provides technical payroll related expertise in support of the County’s payroll system and time and attendance system. Implements updates, recommends improvements, and is responsible for assisting with systems issue resolution between payroll and other functional areas.
• Conducts regular audits of payroll systems and related activities to ensure compliance on the use of the County’s time and attendance applications and suggests recommendations for corrective actions.

10% Accounting:

• Performs accounting functions as assigned. Reviews and approves payables, reconciles accounts, prepares/processes journal entries, and prepares accounting schedules. Accurately codes and completes data entry.
• Prepares cost, budget, and/or management analysis.
• Prepares, submits, reviews, and analyzes accounting and payroll reports, reconciliations, statements, and work papers. Reviews and verifies year‑end accruals as assigned.

10% Administrative Liaison:

• Acts as administrative liaison between the Human Resources department, the Sheriff’s office, and all other departments and offices within the County.
• Assists with the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
• Leads and assists with special projects as assigned.

• Public Service:
  Commitment to providing exceptional services to the citizens of Garfield County.
• Customer Service:
  Commitment to providing exceptional service to all customers.
• Stewardship & Innovation:
  Good stewardship of public resources and innovation to improve efficiency.
• Teamwork:
  Works effectively with a diverse group of people toward shared goals.
• Business Technology:
  Utilizes required technology and is willing to learn new technologies.
• Communication:
  Proficient in written, verbal, and other communication channels; translates complex concepts to nontechnical users.
• Leadership:
  Knowledgeable and proficient in leadership practices, manages conflict, ensures accountability, and makes sound decisions.
• Integrity:
  Maintains confidentiality and professionalism while performing essential job functions.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Considers best approaches and investigates alternatives.
• Accounting Best Practices:
  Proficient in GAAP and Uniform Grant Guidance; applies advanced math concepts to solve accounting and budgeting problems.
• Government Finance:
  Knowledge of government accounting principles, fiscal and budgetary management, and tracking.

• Medical, Vision, Dental
• Disability & Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Gyms

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Entry level

Full‑time

Human Resources

Government Administration