Hiring: Retirement Payroll Specialist Company: Colorado PERA Location: Denver, CO Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 14:20:31 Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Office About the job Required Skills: •This role is not part of the organization’s Human Resources Department and is not the same as a position that processes employee payroll. •Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Individuals must be able to perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodations. •Ensure timely and accurate processing of PERA’s monthly benefit recipient payroll in accordance with federal and state statutes and/or PERA rules •Use strong mathematical and analytical reasoning to effectively process calculations and identify data inconsistencies so that information can be provided within a tight deadline •Develop a thorough understanding of all aspects of PERA’s defined benefit program and provide efficient, reliable information to internal and external stakeholders using both verbal and written skills •Conduct a range of intermediate to advanced defined benefit calculations and accurately process modifications to benefit payments •Demonstrated capacity to communicate in a professional, caring, and compassionate manner about benefit program and payment information with members, retirees, estate representatives, and family members through in-office meetings, telephone calls, written correspondence, and email •Demonstrate a sense of urgency and commitment to meet assigned deadlines, ensuring timely completion of tasks and contributing to the overall efficiency of team operations Qualifications: •Bachelors in Mathematics, Accounting, or another related field is preferred or three (3) or more years of relevant experience, preferably supporting retirement benefits and/or payroll, or an equivalent combination of education and experience •Highly detail oriented with a strong aptitude for analytical reasoning, mathematical skills, and calculation background •Strong verbal and written communication skills with knowledge of correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation •Demonstrated capacity to deal with sensitive and/or confidential information or situations in a professional manner •Demonstrated capacity to provide excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders •Capable of working successfully both independently and within a team-focused environment •Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and related business software •Demonstrated capacity to prioritize, organize and work with minimal supervision Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!