Payroll Consultant

Job Title: Payroll Specialist (1 year long contract)

Location: St. Bonifacius, MN (hybrid role, candidates must reside in MN for eligibility)

Pay Rate: $30-$40/hr

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Local Minnesota applicants only.

Overview:

Our client is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a 12–16 month contract to support a high-volume payroll team during a major system implementation. This role will focus on full-cycle, bi-weekly payroll processing for approximately 5,000 employees in a complex environment with varied pay structures. This is position is around St. Bonifacius, MN (with potential for hybrid flexibility after training). Strong, hands-on UKG experience is required, ideally with UKG Dimensions.

Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll for approximately 5,000 employees in partnership with the payroll team.
• Manage end-to-end payroll activities including timecard review, pay calculations, shift differentials, and contracted compensation rates.
• Administer payroll garnishments, deductions, reimbursements, and special pay items.
• Maintain and update employee payroll data within UKG and related HRIS systems.
• Audit payroll reports, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure payroll data integrity.
• Reconcile payroll data with third-party vendors and monitor IRS/RMC limits.
• Balance, report, and remit payroll taxes; prepare and file quarterly and year-end reports including 941s and W-2s.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Support internal and external audits and assist with data cleanup and system review initiatives.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries professionally and provide payroll-related reporting as requested.

Qualifications

• 4–5+ years of full-cycle payroll processing experience in a high-volume environment.
• Strong, recent experience with UKG is required (UKG Dimensions highly preferred).
• Experience processing complex payrolls including garnishments, taxes, reconciliations, and year-end reporting.
• Solid understanding of payroll laws and regulatory compliance.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work with Addison Finance & Accounting?

Competitive Pay: We advocate for strong compensation aligned with your experience

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and performance-based incentives

Career Growth: Many of our consultants convert to full-time hires

Exclusive Access: Direct connections to hiring managers at top employers

Flexible Opportunities: Projects tailored to your background and goals

Dedicated Support: Resume tips, interview prep, and offer negotiations included

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