Payroll Specialist

By | April 13, 2026

Lakeshore Talent

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Payroll Analyst (Contract)

Location: Remote (Must be local to the Centennial, CO area for occasional onsite visits)
Duration: Long-term contract through July 2027 (potential for extension or conversion)

Pay Range: $25–$32/hour (depending on experience)

  • Contractors working through Lakeshore Talent are eligible for:
    • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
    • 401(k) plan
    • PTO (paid time off) options

About the Role

Lakeshore Talent is partnering with a large, reputable organization in the healthcare industry to hire a Payroll Specialist for a long-term contract opportunity.

This is a primarily remote role with occasional onsite visits, ideal for someone who enjoys investigating payroll issues, auditing data, and supporting employees directly rather than processing high-volume payroll cycles.

What You’ll Do

  • Audit payroll data before and after bi-weekly payroll processing

  • Research and resolve payroll discrepancies (pay, taxes, deductions, benefits)

  • Respond to employee inquiries via ticketing system with clear, professional communication

  • Maintain and update employee payroll records (LOAs, PTO, accruals, adjustments, etc.)

  • Support PTO tracking, accruals, payouts, and reconciliations

  • Assist managers and employees with payroll-related documentation and questions

  • Contribute to special projects and process improvements

  • Ensure compliance with multi-state wage and hour regulations

 

What You Bring

  • Required:

    • Experience with Lawson payroll system

    • 1+ year of payroll or HR experience (2–5 years preferred)

    • Strong customer service mindset—employees are your “clients”

    • Excellent communication skills and responsiveness

    • High attention to detail and accountability

  • Preferred:

    • Healthcare or large-scale, multi-state payroll experience

    • Familiarity with Kronos/UKG and/or ServiceNow

    • Understanding of wage and hour/labor policies

    • Associate’s degree or some college coursework

 

Work Environment & Culture

  • Remote-first, independent work style with strong team support

  • Collaborative, tenured team environment

  • Opportunity for long-term growth and potential conversion

  • Exposure to system enhancements and process improvements

Schedule & Logistics

  • Flexible schedule within core business hours (7:00 AM – 8:00 PM)

  • Occasional onsite requirement (every 4–6 weeks) in Centennial, CO

  • Day 1 onsite onboarding

  • Equipment provided (laptop, dual monitors, optional accessories)

    If this sounds like an exciting opportunity that aligns with your background and skillset, we encourage you to apply today!

     

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