Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Location: Park City, UT

Schedule: Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote

Salary: $65,000–$75,000 per year

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Join a growing, nationally recognized company in the ski and outdoor lifestyle industry as a Payroll Specialist supporting a dynamic, multi-entity organization. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys a fast-paced environment and takes pride in accuracy, organization, and confidentiality.

The Payroll Specialist will report directly to the Vice President of Finance and will be responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll for multiple U.S. and Canadian entities while supporting broader accounting and financial operations.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule , with 3 days onsite at our Park City, Utah office and 2 days working from home .

What You'll Do

• Process bi-weekly payroll for two U.S. entities and one Canadian entity

• Review payroll data and ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions

• Maintain accurate payroll records and promptly resolve discrepancies

• Handle confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion

• Respond to payroll questions from employees and managers

• Partner with HR and Accounting on new hires, rehires, terminations, employee changes, benefits, and compliance

• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation

• Assist with payroll-related audits and month-end accounting processes

• Ensure payroll processes comply with applicable U.S. and Canadian laws and regulations

• Support additional accounting and finance projects as needed

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience required

• Experience independently processing and reviewing payroll

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• Multi-state and/or multi-entity payroll experience strongly preferred

• Experience with Canadian payroll is a plus

• Seasonal industry payroll experience preferred

• Proficiency with payroll systems and Microsoft Excel

• Solid understanding of wage and hour laws, payroll taxes, deductions, and compliance requirements

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to consistently meet strict payroll deadlines

• High level of discretion when handling confidential information

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, seasonal business environment

• Reliable ability to commute to Park City, Utah 3 days per week

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary of $65,000–$75,000

• Great benefits package

• Hybrid schedule – 3 days onsite and 2 days working from home

• Ski pass included

• Opportunity to work in the exciting ski and outdoor lifestyle industry

• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment

• Park City location with an incredible mountain lifestyle

• Opportunity to grow your career within a dynamic and expanding organization

• A workplace culture centered around teamwork, adventure, and community

PrincePerelson & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all provisions of the EEO and ADA laws. We do not discriminate in our employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and sexual identity), age, genetic information, parental status, military status, disability, or any non-merit-based factors or other federal, state, or locally protected class. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.