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Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Workday (US)Sagard • Denver, CO, US
Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Workday (US)

Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Workday (US)

Sagard • Denver, CO, US
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Workday Payroll & Benefits Specialist (US)

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Sagard overview :

Sagard Holdings ("Sagard") is a multi-strategy alternative asset manager with professionals located in Canada (Montreal, Toronto), the US, Europe and Asia. Since 2016, Sagard has grown exponentially. Assets under management have expanded from US$500M to more than US$27B and Sagard's team of diverse professionals has grown from 50 to more than 400 team members.

Sagard overview :

Sagard Holdings ("Sagard") is a multi-strategy alternative asset manager with professionals located in Canada (Montreal, Toronto), the US, Europe and Asia. Since 2016, Sagard has grown exponentially. Assets under management have expanded from US$500M to more than US$27B and Sagard's team of diverse professionals has grown from 50 to more than 400 team members.

Sagard invests across four asset classes : private equity, credit, real estate, and venture capital. Sagard was founded by Power Corporation of Canada as a complement to its global investment holdings and serves as one of its key strategic priorities with strong, long-term growth objectives.

Sagard's entrepreneurial DNA is palpable across our entire team and is a platform built by entrepreneurs, for entrepreneurs. Sagard looks to generate attractive returns by matching investment opportunities with flexible capital solutions and pairing entrepreneurs with teams that have deep industry knowledge. Sagard develops long-term partnerships and empowers the growth of its investments through a unique global network of portfolio companies, limited partners, advisors, and other valued relationships.

Sagard is a UN PRI signatory and strives to measure and assess the social and economic impact it has on the people and businesses within our network, as well as on our society as a whole.

More at https : / / www.sagard.com /

Position overview :

As a Workday Payroll and Benefits Specialist, you'll play a key role in delivering a seamless employee experience by ensuring accurate, timely payroll and smooth administration of benefits programs. From full-cycle payroll to managing health, retirement, and leave plans, you'll be the go-to expert for employee support. You'll collaborate with HR and Finance to keep processes efficient and compliant, all while safeguarding sensitive data and making a real impact on the employee journey. The work location is Denver.

Your Responsibilities :

Payroll Processing & Data Management

  • Prepare and process bi-monthly payroll in Workday with a focus on accuracy and timeliness.
  • Maintain employee records, including salary updates, bonuses, commissions, and other pay changes. Conduct payroll audits to ensure data integrity and compliance.

System Configuration & Optimization

  • Configure pay policies, earnings / deductions, pay codes, and benefits plans to support accurate payroll processing.
  • Set up and manage business rules and workflows to streamline operations and ensure compliance. Contribute to system upgrades, enhancements, and data migrations for continuous improvement.
  • Integrate Payroll and Benefits with other Workday modules (Absence, Time Tracking, etc.) and external systems.

    • Reporting & Analysis

  • Create and run reports and queries using Workday tools to investigate payroll issues and analyze data.
  • Perform data reconciliation and variance analysis to ensure payroll accuracy.

    • Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge

  • Apply understanding of U.S. federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including multi-state and Canadian requirements.
  • Support quarterly and year-end tax filings, including tax balancing and compliance across all jurisdictions.

    • Overall Skills :

  • Troubleshooting : Ability to troubleshoot and resolve payroll-related issues and errors within the Workday system.
  • Data Integrity : Maintaining data integrity within the Workday payroll and benefits system, ensuring all employee data is up-to-date and accurate.
  • Training and Support : Assisting in training team members and other stakeholders on payroll processes and Workday functionality.
  • Employee Experience and Resource Person

    • Enhance the user experience and foster user relationships on Payroll and Benefits modules.

    Experience & Qualifications :

  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in all areas of payroll processing, with knowledge of compliant payroll processing practices.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
  • Exceptional knowledge and expertise using Workday Payroll is mandatory, Benefits module knowledge is an asset.
  • Experience processing multi-state payroll in the US.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Excel skills (VLookup, formulas).
  • Payroll certification is an asset.
  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

    • Compensation Range : $80,000 to $120,000 Annually (USD)

    Posting Date

    August 11, 2025

    Posting Expiration Date : August 29, 2025 (Date may extend if not filled)

    The compensation for this position is an estimate , based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations permitted by law. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the stated range based on various factors including, among other factors, location, education and training, experience, internal pay alignment, and performance. A potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions. Many candidates' compensation will start in the bottom half of the stated range. This role is also eligible to participate in a merit-based annual bonus program, health, vision, and dental insurance plans, long and short-term disability, 401K plan, and PTO. This information is provided in connection with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, and similar requirements in California and New York. Positions located outside of these states may or may not necessarily receive the same compensation.

    Employee benefits include :

  • Flexible Time Off
  • 401k Matching Program
  • Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plus FSA and HSA options
  • Paid Caregiver Leave Benefits
  • Commuter Pre-Tax Savings Program (Parking and Mass Transit)
  • College Tuition and Continuing Education Reimbursement
  • Mentorship and Leadership Development Opportunities
  • Paid Social and Engagement Events Throughout the Year
  • And More

    • Sagard's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion is evident and continuously showcased from dedicated workgroup efforts and programming for recruitment, inclusive culture, retention, and training initiatives throughout our organization. To learn more about Sagard's ESG initiatives and how our inclusion efforts support, visit sagard.com / responsibility.

    Sagard's Commitment to Applicants is evident with no discrimination in our recruitment process due to race, color, disability, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any protected category by local, state or federal laws.

    Seniority level

    Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

    Employment type

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    Full-time

    Job function

    Job function

    Human Resources

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