A Non-Profit client of ours is looking for a UKG Payroll Administrator on a contract basis. This senior-level role is responsible for managing the full payroll process for employees across all programs and locations, ensuring payroll is processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with all applicable regulations. The Payroll Administrator oversees the configuration and maintenance of payroll, timekeeping, and pay-rule settings in UKG Ready; resolves complex payroll and tax issues; and partners closely with People Operations and Finance to maintain accurate records and strong internal controls. This role is critical to supporting a dependable, well-compensated workforce dedicated to serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Essential Responsibilities Process biweekly and/or semimonthly payroll for all employee groups in UKG Ready with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness. Configure, maintain, and optimize UKG Ready payroll, timekeeping, pay rules, earnings and deduction codes, and accrual settings. Review and validate employee timekeeping data, including regular hours, overtime, shift differentials, and leave balances. Calculate and process payroll deductions, garnishments, and benefit contributions within the system. Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve complex payroll, tax, and system-related issues, escalating platform concerns to UKG support when appropriate. Develop, maintain, and analyze payroll reports, dashboards, and audit queries in UKG Ready. Ensure payroll records are accurate, complete, and compliant with federal, state, and organizational requirements. Respond to employee questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll discrepancies in a timely and detail oriented manner. Partner with People Operations to ensure new hires, terminations, status changes, and other employee updates are reflected accurately in payroll. Manage quarterly and annual payroll tax filings, including year-end W-2 processing, within UKG Ready. Reconcile payroll activity to the general ledger in partnership with the Finance team. Support system testing, upgrades, and implementation of new UKG Ready features and enhancements. Safeguard the confidentiality of employee compensation and personal information. Assist with internal and external audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory payroll reporting.
Qualifications:
Demonstrated expertise in UKG Ready, including payroll and timekeeping administration. Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, wage and hour compliance, and payroll best practices. Experience processing multi-cycle payroll in a multi-location environment. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills. Ability to manage sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality. Excellent communication and customer service skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments. Experience in nonprofit, healthcare, human services, or mission-driven organizations preferred.
Compensation
$23.00-$27.00 Hourly
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