Payroll Specialist

Charter Impact

Payroll Specialist processing accurate multi-state payroll for Charter Impact, which supports mission-driven organizations with finance, operations, and business management. Training clients, reconciling payroll liabilities, and preparing retirement and audit reporting.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeDenver • Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Illinois, Nevada, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $28 - $32 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, compliance with payroll laws, and proficiency in third-party payroll databases. Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills are essential for managing multi-state payroll and client interactions.

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Payroll Processing ExperienceThird-Party Payroll DatabasesMicrosoft Office SkillsAttention To DetailPayroll Tax Returns

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingFinancial Record-KeepingPayroll LawsArithmetic CalculationsXLOOKUPPivot TablesFormulas

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationAdaptabilityAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

ADPPaycorPaycomPaychexUKG Ready Now

Certifications & Qualifications

Payroll-Related CourseworkPayroll Certification

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit OrganizationsCharter SchoolsEducation Sector

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Communicate and work with assigned clients and train them on payroll processes and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance
Collect and enter approved pay information each pay period and review payroll reports for accuracy before submission
Assist clients with final-check and other payroll-related calculations
Prepare and submit retirement reporting and payments, including 403(b)/401(k) and potentially STRS/PERS plans
Assist Staff Accountants with reconciliation of payroll-related liability accounts before month-end close
Create, update, and distribute payroll calendars and due-date reminders
Review client paperwork and enter new hires and employee changes into payroll systems
Research STRS membership type for client new hires
File payroll documents on the internal server
Run post-payroll backup reports and ad hoc client reports
Gather audit backup documentation and prepare payroll audit workpapers
Create and maintain standard operating procedures for process improvement and efficiency
Complete other assigned duties or projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma required
Experience with third-party payroll databases, including ADP, Paycor, Paycom, Paychex, and UKG Ready Now
Knowledge of financial and accounting record-keeping methods and practices
Intermediate knowledge of payroll and wage-and-hour laws
Intermediate/Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, XLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and formulas
Proper and effective English grammar and oral and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multi-state payroll processing
Ability to adapt quickly to change
Ability to learn payroll processing rules, regulations, and technical procedures for nonprofit organizations and charter schools
Ability to understand and carry out directions independently
Ability to perform arithmetic calculations accurately and rapidly
Ability to identify and correct errors in mathematical computations
Three years of payroll processing experience preferred for external applicants
Experience processing quarterly payroll tax returns preferred for external applicants
Payroll-related coursework and/or certification is a plus
HR experience is a plus
Experience in the charter school, nonprofit, or education sector is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote-first flexibility with flexible, remote, and hybrid options depending on role
Company-issued laptop and essential equipment
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Multiple insurance plan options
401(k) with company match
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential mental health support, counseling, and legal and financial resources
Vacation accrual of up to four weeks per year
11 paid company holidays
Winter break from Christmas Day through New Year’s Day
Virtual and in-person team events
Employee discounts
Voluntary pet insurance
Employee referral bonus program
Annual discretionary bonus opportunity