Payroll Specialist (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–$35/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

& Logistics

• Flexible schedule within core business hours (7:00 AM – 8:00 PM)
• 40 hours per week Monday through Friday
• Occasional onsite requirement (every 4–6 weeks) in Centennial, CO
• Day 1 onsite onboarding
• Equipment provided (laptop, dual monitors, optional accessories)

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

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