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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)
- 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
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Audit payroll data before and after bi-weekly payroll processing
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Research and resolve payroll discrepancies (pay, taxes, deductions, benefits)
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Respond to employee inquiries via ticketing system with clear, professional communication
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Maintain and update employee payroll records (LOAs, PTO, accruals, adjustments, etc.)
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Support PTO tracking, accruals, payouts, and reconciliations
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Assist managers and employees with payroll-related documentation and questions
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Contribute to special projects and process improvements
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Ensure compliance with multi-state wage and hour regulations
What You Bring
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Required:
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Experience with Lawson payroll system
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1+ year of payroll or HR experience (2–5 years preferred)
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Strong customer service mindset—employees are your “clients”
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Excellent communication skills and responsiveness
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High attention to detail and accountability
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Preferred:
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Healthcare or large-scale, multi-state payroll experience
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Familiarity with Kronos/UKG and/or ServiceNow
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Understanding of wage and hour/labor policies
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Associate’s degree or some college coursework
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Work Environment & Culture
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Remote-first, independent work style with strong team support
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Collaborative, tenured team environment
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Opportunity for long-term growth and potential conversion
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Exposure to system enhancements and process improvements
Schedule & Logistics
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Flexible schedule within core business hours (7:00 AM – 8:00 PM)
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Occasional onsite requirement (every 4–6 weeks) in Centennial, CO
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Day 1 onsite onboarding
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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!