Analyst: Payroll Financial Shared Services

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Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!

Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).

Job Summary:

This position will focus on payroll and payroll tax data validation, filings and reconciliations, metrics, and projects. This hire will review, evaluate, and maintain payroll, payroll tax, and accounting processes with adherence to policy, procedures, and internal controls. In addition, this person will recommend, implement, and manage continuous improvement of payroll processes. This hire will work closely with other members of the Payroll Team and third-party service to ensure completeness and accuracy of payroll processes, and will provide support to the Payroll Team with projects and data analysis.

Job Specifications: 

Starting Wage: $58,604.00 - $83,720.00 

Employment Type: Year Round  

Shift Type: Full Time 

Minimum Age: At least 18 years of age  

Housing Availability: No  

Job Responsibilities: 

Execute payroll audits/reviews to ensure the accuracy of pay and identify potential errors

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and tax regulations

Prepare and file tax returns and remit payroll tax payments in collaboration with a third-party tax service

Complete reconciliation and prepare journal entry preparation for payroll tax payments

Develop and maintain standard operating procedures on all payroll processes

Execute data deliverables to Risk Management and Corporate Tax teams

Prepare data in response to ad-hoc requests for payroll information

Review tax notices and respond to regulatory agencies

Review and respond to pay-related inquiries from employees

Contribute to system implementation and enhancement projects

Provide training and support to Global Shared Services team

Performs other duties and projects as assigned

Job Requirements: 

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field

5 + years of payroll experience, Payroll Tax experience highly preferred

Strong accounting/finance knowledge, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities

Proficient to intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Previous experience in Workday, PeopleSoft, and/or Dayforce Tax – preferred

The expected Total Compensation for this role is $58,604.00 - $83,720.00. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Job Benefits

Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons

MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Excellent training and professional development

Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:

Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)

Free ski passes for dependents

Critical Illness and Accident plans

Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment for Broomfield-based roles where employees must live within 50 miles of the Broomfield office and work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays.

Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion. 

In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 

We follow all federal, state, and local laws including restrictions on child/minor labor. Minors hired into this position will not be asked or permitted to engage in any activities restricted to adult workers.

Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID  518461

Reference Date: 10/23/2026 

Job Code Function: Financial Shared Services