The Payroll Department was born in the backroom of a residential house on 4th avenue complete with two children filling the background chatter.
We are The Payroll Department for over 575 businesses and organizations in La Plata County and beyond. Since 1993 our mission has been to provide you with personal, professional, confidential and accurate payroll and timekeeping services - a mission we continue to stay on one client at a time. Browse our website to learn more about how we can focus on your payroll so you can focus on your business.
PAYROLL DEPARTMENT NEWSFLASH
- Economic Stimulus Plan: We're Ready. Click HERE for more info.
- Spring Newsletter
- If your employees file as married, click here.
- The I-9 has been updated.
- Read what our customers have to say about us.
- Check out Bryan's blog!
Dental Associates of the Southwest
Thank you for always answering my questions so patiently. You are always great about calling me back even if you are very busy.
-- Sandi Mero
Dental Associates of the Southwest
Stillwell Foot & Ankle
When I took over doing payroll for my company, Eric and the rest of the staff were very helpful in explaining the steps I needed to take to assure my employees were getting paid.
-- Jennifer Bassignani
Stillwell Foot & Ankle
Advanced Eyecare
Your staff has always been very informative and if they don't have an answer, they make it a point that I get my questions answered in a timely manner.
-- Lori Romero
Advanced Eyecare
Closets Plus
I wanted to let you know how happy we are with your services. You are always so helpful and easy to get in touch with. I really appreciate your help as we have transitioned into our new business. We can't thank you enough for your undying support and hard work for our company. The service and support you offer is INVALUABLE to our company and our own personal well-being! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
-- Heather Klone
Closets Plus
The City of Ouray
The Payroll Department has served our municipality since 2003. Although we are a small town, we employ 50+ employees year round and up to 75 employees during our summer season. We found with our small administrative department we needed assistance with payroll in order to spend our time serving otherwise. The Payroll Department has been our answer. We especially feel the time clock saves us the most time (I barely remember the nightmare of gathering and calculating time sheets!) Their people are impeccable. Their service is tops. We are so grateful to have such a team back us in the important tasks involved in payroll.
-- Rebecca Fritz
The City of Ouray
M2 Midstream, LLC
Working with The Payroll Department is one of the best decisions a business can make. They are accurate, knowledgable, affordable, and offer exceptional customer service. On top of that, they do all of the work for you!
-- Karen Veals
M2 Midstream, LLC
B & D Concrete Cutting, Inc.
The Payroll Department is the best thing since bread. I have no worries with my payroll and all those
tax forms since we started with The Payroll Department. Keep up the good work.
-- Joyce Clark
B & D Concrete Cutting, Inc.
Animas Capital Management
They're always helpful and professional - best of all, friendly!
-- Craig Coutlee
Animas Capital Management
Garrhs
I love working with The Payroll Department. I think they are a great value, and great people to work with!
I have been approached by other companies, and I won't even consider changing. You guys are the best!!
-- Carole Gomez
Garrhs
Rockies Construction
The Payroll Department has saved us a great deal of time. Now we can concentrate on other aspects of our business and never worry about payroll!
-- Linda Filener
Rockies Construction
Durango 4C Council
We have used your service for many years and are very pleased and would recommend your business!
-- Margien Gram
Durango 4C Council
Kogan Builders
The Payroll Department does a great job and has great people who are very helpful.
-- Susan Page
Kogan Builders
Silverton Family Learning Center
The Silverton Family Learning Center has been consistently impressed with Payroll Department's customer-friendly, accurate, timely assistance with payroll and payroll taxes. Their rates are reasonable - we are a 100% satisfied customer!
-- Margie Lyons
Silverton Family Learning Center
Williamson Plumbing & Heating
Everyone that we have talked with and worked with have been really great to us. We would recommend you to anyone.
-- Jackie Williamson
Williamson Plumbing & Heating
Cheri Wallace, Accountant
The Payroll Dept is fantastic. As an accountant, I have worked with many payroll processesors from ADP to local CPA firms and The Payroll Department is the best. They have outstanding staff and they process payroll on time and very accurately. The Payroll Department is TOPS in their field!
-- Cheri Wallace
ASC Durango
I have worked with a lot of payroll departments in the past. You guys are the BEST I have ever encountered!
-- Cheryl Desko
ASC Durango
Data West Corporation
We love working with The Payroll Department. The time and energy that is saved each time we process our payroll far out outweighs the cost. The online payroll is quick and easy to use. The friendly staff is knowledgeable and always ready to answer any questions I may have.
-- Karen Berger
Data West Corporation
Tom Wishon Golf Technology
We hooked up with PDI even before we moved to Durango to start our business in 2002 -- what a great find they were!! They take care of everything for us. We don't have to worry about changing rules, regulations, taxes, not to mention quarterly and annual filings with the government. PDI is definitely one of the best 'finds' for our business.
-- Mary-Ellen Wishon
Tom Wishon Golf Technology
Aspen Design Studio
The Payroll Department is great! I have never had a glitch in payroll as long as I've been using them.
-- Leigha Natzke
Aspen Design Studio
The Strater Hotel
It's great to have a local company that shows true interest in our business concerns and employee issues.
-- Lonnie Shirley
The Strater Hotel
M. Leeder Construction
I have always done payroll the old fashioned way and it would practically take me all day. You have made my job soooo easy. I love that you have taken the stress out of paying the taxes, sending the checks on time (which I was always forgetting) and taking care of W2's, and all the reports. Everyone is so friendly and after 10 years with The Payroll Department, you all just feel like family.
-- Beamer
M. Leeder Construction
Gardner Woodwork and Design
The Payroll Department keeps me out of the office and in the woodshop where I belong.
-- Gardner Catsman
Gardner Woodwork and Design
Syndicom
Thanks for making my job easier.
-- Lisa Blue
Syndicom
The Durango Kid
I love having a payroll department I can count on without having to give it any extra thoughts, time or energy. In 12 years, there's never been a problem. I wish the rest of my life went that smoothly!
-- Barbara Paeth-Haas
The Durango Kid
Ski Barn
Friendly, professional service. I wish all the other businesses in Durango were like The Payroll Department!
-- Sachiko Umbhau
Ski Barn
Community Foundation
Absolutely the most effortless way to do payroll....give yourself a break!
-- Lon Erwin
Community Foundation
Cassie's House
I have to thank The Payroll Department immensely for getting my payroll/taxes on track! It has made my business so much smoother and I can't thank them enough!
-- Cass Holton
Cassie's House
Zia Taqueria
The Payroll Department is truly awesome....it's one part of my business that runs smoothly, takes care of
itself, and doesn't require periodic overhauls or maintenance.
-- Tim Turner
Zia Taqueria
Alpenglow Building & Design
I have enjoyed working with The Payroll Department for over 6 years with 3 different companies. Their customer service is far superior to nearly any company I have dealt with. Everyone I've interacted with at The Payroll Department has been very friendly, efficient, and responsive to any issues that may arise. Any special needs I may have are easily accomodated. I will always refer them to other businesses and value their wonderful service!
-- Erika Berglund
Alpenglow Building & Design
Housing Solutions for the Southwest
My payroll is a complex endeavor what with 403b contributions, deductions for Aflac, flexible spending accounts, the occasional garnishment, bonuses, and manual check entries to be considered. I can rely on the staff to accurately process my payroll. My questions are answered promptly by the person with the most expertise in that area.
-- Abigail Johnson
Housing Solutions for the Southwest
Trucker Support Services
Your team does a great job and I appreciate Mary and Tanya for their hard work!
-- Sylvia Sandoval
Trucker Support Services
Cobalt Automation
I have never had any problems with The Payroll Department - they have always been receptive to any questions I have had.
-- Kathy Howard
Cobalt Automation
La PLata Youth Services
I've been working with The Payroll Department for three months and I've found the transition to the online payroll services to be efficient and easy to use. I've spoken with several staff at The Payroll Department and they've all been helpful. Thank you for serving in a excellent manner!
-- Michele Meshew
La Plata Youth Services
Russ's Tree Service
The Payroll Department takes care of the end of my small business that I don't have time for. I have 5 - 7 employees and being able to spend my time taking care of my customers instead of doing payroll pays off in the long run. Thank you all.
-- Russ Geier
Russ's Tree Service
Formworks Building
I love the personal service I get from The Payroll Department. I feel as if I am their only client.
-- Amanda Pearcy
Formworks Building
Habitat for Humanity
We couldn't live without you!
-- Jan Nail / Jenn Taylor
Habitat for Humanity
Being First
There is no compensation question The Payroll Department can't answer! Everyone I ever speak to knows instantly who I am and has enough knowledge of our company to be able to answer my questions without delay. How do they do it?! Thank you for the diligent attention to my questions and speedy and friendly response to my needs.
-- Erin Patla
Colorado Custom Cabinets
Worry free, accurate, timely. Payroll is no longer an issue. It's just DONE.
-- Bob Hansen
Kennebec Café
We have been clients of The Payroll Department for years. They are extremely professional, courteous, timely, and we love working with them!!
-- Adrienne Roth
GCC Energy
The Payroll Department is a great business to do business with. If they have problems, they solve them. If I
have problems, they solve them... and they are a lot of fun in the meantime.
-- Trent Peterson
The National Conservation System Foundation
I used to know nothing about payroll and your staff has been so kind and taught me so much. VERY PATIENT! I love it.
-- Julie Thibodeau
Adaptive Sports Association
As a small non-profit business we had always processed all of our payroll and tax forms in-house. After hearing very positive reviews from other small businesses, we transferred that aspect of our bookkeeping to The Payroll Department over a year ago. We couldn't be more pleased with the quality of the service. I highly recommend this service to any small business or non-profit organization!!
-- Tim Kroes
San Juan 2000 & Silverton Family Learning
Using The Payroll Department for two of the companies I manage allows me to sleep better at night. I never
wonder if reports will be filed on time and accurately. It makes all the difference to a busy manager! Thank you!
-- Karen Hoskin
Divine Spine Chiropractic Studio
The service is next to phenomenal! Thank you for the great years of service.
-- Derek Strachen
Divine Spine Chiropractic Studio
Horse Gulch Businesses
The Payroll Department services have been a godsend to my business. My only mistake was not contacting
them sooner.
-- Donna Cook,
Horse Gulch Businesses
SolarWorx
The Payroll Department has been fantastic with our needs here at SolarWorx. They have promptly addressed
all of our payroll concerns at all times!
-- Jen Knight,
SolarWorx
Dancing Willow Herbs
You guys are always pleasantly helpful.
-- Debra Swanson,
Dancing Willow Herbs
Stratified Environmental & Archaelogical Services
The Payroll Department has been a huge help to us starting our new business. It has been wonderful to have
someone we trust navigating us through the complex bureaucratic maze of payroll and taxes. We all sleep
better at night thanks to Bryan, Mary, and the rest of the gang!
-- Cynthia Loebig,
Stratified Environmental & Archaelogical Services
Farm Bureau Insurance
Using The Payroll Department has been a huge relief! I don't have to worry about filing all the paperwork with
the IRS, etc. It's done on time and it's done right.
-- Eric Rayburn,
Farm Bureau Insurance
Foundation for Educational Excellence
I have to say that I was so impressed with the friendly yet highly professional and very helpful service provided
by Scott. Likewise, whenever I have called in with questions I received excellent customer service. If I didn't understand something, I wasn't made to feel silly for asking the question. You guys have a fantastic company and I would highly recommend you to anyone.
-- Jill K. Hutcheson,
Foundation for Educational Excellence
Built to Last Automotive
We can't imagine running our business without the fantastic help from The Payroll Department. They take all
the stress out of doing payroll for me.
-- Kristen David,
Built to Last Automotive
Best Cleaning & Disaster Restoration Services
The Payroll Department staff do a wonderful job.
-- Diana Piccoli,
Best Cleaning & Disaster Restoration Services
