Payroll Analyst

Overview

Who is GeoStabilization International?

GeoStabilization International (GSI) develops and installs innovative solutions that protect people and infrastructure from the dangers of geohazards. We specialize in emergency landslide repairs, rockfall mitigation, and grouting, using cutting edge design/build and design/build/warranty contracting. GSI is the leading geohazard mitigation and bridge rehabilitation firm operating throughout the United States, Canada, and Australasia. Our expertise, proprietary tools, and worldwide partnerships allow us to repair virtually any slope stability or foundation problem in any geologic setting.

Our Culture

At GSI, our culture is about being nimble but strong, fast-paced while team oriented, innovative, data-driven, and most importantly, client-focused. Our work is best suited for individuals who are driven to succeed, make well-informed decisions, act courageously, remain resilient when challenges arise and always strive to deliver on our commitments. Everyone working at GSI is a representation of pride, integrity, hard work, skill and overcoming challenges. GSI’s team includes some of the brightest and most dedicated professionals in the geohazard mitigation industry. We are an ever-evolving group of dedicated, hardworking individuals who aren’t afraid of going the extra mile to get the job done.

Benefits

• Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled
• Mental health benefits
• 401(k) plan to help save for your future including company match
• In addition to 7 observed holidays, salaried team members have flexible paid time off, hourly team members receive 10 days paid time off per year
• Paid parental leave
  
  

As Payroll Analyst, you’re not just processing numbers, you’re enabling financial accuracy and compliance that allows GSI to scale, deliver, and reward performance.

This role is built for someone with strong analytical horsepower, obsessive attention to detail, and a growth mindset. You’ll help lead the way in transforming how we manage payroll across multiple states, unions, retirement plans, and project types.

Responsibilities

Own End-to-End Payroll Execution:

• Execute and audit weekly multi-state payroll runs with accuracy, speed, and compliance
• Manage employee timecard review and exception tracking, including union and prevailing wage compliance
• Generate certified payroll reports across all funded projects in collaboration with project management
• Maintain job wage setups and cross-check against state/county/local and federal guidelines
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, HR, and Project Management to ensure seamless payroll workflows
  
  

Strengthen Payroll Governance

• Ensure compliance with all payroll tax regulations and wage and hour laws
• Coordinate 401(k), Roth, and other employee benefit deductions with Finance and HR
• Assist with year-end processes including W-2 distribution across multiple jurisdictions
• Maintain clean, auditable records of timesheets, approvals, and wage assignments
  
  

Qualifications

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR Management or related field
• 1+ years of payroll execution and analysis experience across multiple states
• Strong understanding of payroll tax and labor compliance requirements (state, local and federal)
• Proven ability to research and apply prevailing wage determinations
• Strong Excel proficiency and experience working in ERP/payroll platforms (Viewpoint experience a plus)
• Analytical mindset with high attention to detail and deadline-driven execution
• Demonstrated discretion and integrity with sensitive employee and compensation data
• Familiarity with garnishments, benefits deductions, and payroll reporting
  
  

Nice To Have

• Experience in union payroll and certified payroll processes
• Proven ability to research and apply prevailing wage determinations
• Payroll certifications (preferred), such as:
• FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification)
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional)
• Construction Payroll
• Year End processing experience
  
  

This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule. Employees will be expected to work in the Westminster, CO office 3 days per week on Tuesday, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

The expected base pay range for this position in the Denver, Coloeado area is $55,000 - $67,000. Salary ranges are dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience and geographic location. Range is not inclusive of potential bonus or benefits.