Payroll Supervisor

BREAK GROUND ON A REWARDING CAREER WITH US!

At MDC Holdings, Inc./Richmond American Homes, we encourage a company culture that promotes professionalism, teamwork, health & wellness and work-life balance. If you are a results-driven professional with a passion for success, consider building a career with us. We're proud to be one of the most established builders in the industry, with 45 years of experience and 240,000 homes to our credit.

Position Summary

We are seeking a qualified Payroll Supervisor to join our team. In this position you will Process bi-weekly, company-wide, domestic payroll under 3 or more FEINs in multiple states for ~2,000 exempt and non-exempt employees using Ultimate Software (UKG) systems.

Core Responsibilities

Full-cycle payroll processing duties include, but are not limited to:

• Lead payroll team in bi-weekly payroll processing in accordance with established procedures - ensuring precise, accurate, and timely processing.

• Review/calculate time entries and time off requests.
• Collect and review source documents for commissions, bonuses, terms, expense reimbursement, 3^rd party sick pay, and other miscellaneous data and pay types.

• Collaborate with divisions and departments to ensure accuracy of all data prior to bi-weekly payroll processing.
• Create bi-weekly imports for loading data into UKG payroll system.

• Manage wage assignments and garnishments to ensure accurate processing, payment by payroll services provider, and communication with required parties.
• Prepare all payroll documentation in accordance with established key control processes.

• Review/approve all manual check requests in accordance with Company policy.
• Manage and resolve escalated payroll issues in a timely manner, providing excellent customer service to all employees and departments.
• Ensure compliance with all internal policies and controls, as well as compliance with external laws and regulatory guidance, including Sarbanes-Oxley.
• Work closely with Accounting, Benefits, HR, HRIS, and other departments to ensure excellent communication and coverage of all payroll-related items.

• Supervisory duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Develop broad knowledge of the Company and its business endeavors and an acute understanding current payroll processes and procedures.
  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with members of the payroll team, as well as other members across the organization.
  • Facilitate clear and open communication between payroll team members and management.
  • Provide feedback and guidance to payroll team members and assist in development of performance goals and key metrics.
  • Manage work schedules to ensure adequate coverage to meet business needs.
  • Help to address and resolve conflicts that arise within the team.
  • Assist in department growth and training of new payroll team members.
  • Provide regular updates to management on team performance, challenges, and progress.

• Payroll Administration duties, assisting the Payroll Manager with:
• General Ledger Reporting, funding, and account reconciliations.
• Preparation of tax reconciliations, filings, and investigation of tax notices/issues.

• Compilation of monthly reports for accounting, production of labor distribution reports, and completion of multiple worksite reports and other required governmental surveys and reports.
• Compilation of data for workers' compensation renewals and audits.
• Compilation of data for annual audit inquiries from both internal and external auditors.
• Year-end payroll activities.
• On-going and upcoming automation projects, including system conversions to UKG.
• Development of procedures and documentation of best practices.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree or higher and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of multi-state, full-cycle payroll experience, with 1+ years in a supervisory role.
• Advanced knowledge of payroll administration, compliance, and tax laws; FPC or CPP preferred.
• Intermediate Excel Skills required as defined by the ability to perform a range of tasks and functions beyond data entry. Intermediate proficiency includes adept knowledge of:
  • Keyboard shortcuts to enhance efficiency and productivity.
  • Formulas and functions, including SUM, AVERAGE, ROUND, IF, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, etc.
  • Data analysis, manipulation, and validation; including filtering, sorting, grouping, subtotaling, pivot tables, and other techniques to ensure accuracy and consistency of data.
• Strong understanding of payroll software functionality. Ultimate Software (UKG) experience preferred (WorkForce Management, Pro/CORE, Back Office, Business Intelligence). Systems implementation and/or automation experience a plus.
• Exceptional attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills. Demonstrated commitment to precision and accuracy.
• Independent self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple demands, high volume, and strict deadlines.
• Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to develop strong professional relationships across the organization.
• Coachable attitude, receptive to feedback, and committed to continuous improvement.

Benefits & Perks!

While we value hard work, we also recognize the importance of having fun! Our employees enjoy a collaborative environment where they can freely bounce ideas off one another and participate in exciting teambuilding activities and outings, like trips to the ballpark, holiday celebrations, regular office socials and much more.

• Positive, collaborative team culture
• Competitive compensation structure
• Comprehensive benefits package includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA accounts, 401K, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and EAP
• Time Off benefits include: Vacation, Sick, Holiday, Bereavement, Jury Duty, FMLA, and Military leave
• Discounted pet insurance
• Home purchase discounts & more!

*All benefits are subject to qualification and hire dates. Not all benefits apply to commissioned sales people.

Compensation:

• Base Salary: $85,000-$100,000
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Bonus Type: Year-end Discretionary

Location

• Denver, CO: On-site with a hybrid component once fully trained

If you are ready for more than a job and seek a career with one of the most respected organizations in a top industry then we want to hear from you. Please also visit our website at www.richmondamerican.com for more information and to apply.

MDC Holdings, Inc. / Richmond American Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-TH1 #LI-HYBRID