We are working with a client who is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Consultant to join their team in Saint Michael, Minnesota, on a long-term contract basis. This role focuses on guiding year-end payroll activities, mentoring internal team members, and optimizing payroll processes. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in payroll systems, compliance, and employee development to support our food processing operations. Responsibilities:• Develop and implement a structured coaching plan to train an internal team member for a senior payroll role.• Manage and oversee year-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy in W-2s and other tax forms.• Conduct audits and reconcile payroll data to guarantee compliance with regulations.• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to address discrepancies and streamline payroll operations.• Provide hands-on mentorship and knowledge transfer to internal staff, focusing on payroll best practices and troubleshooting techniques.• Review and improve payroll workflows, documentation, and controls to enhance efficiency.• Assist with weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles, ensuring accurate and timely processing.• Act as a subject matter expert for payroll system updates, testing, and issue resolution.• Create reference materials and documentation to support ongoing learning and process optimization.• Offer strategic recommendations to improve payroll operations and employee experience.

• Minimum of 7 years of payroll experience, including recent hands-on expertise with UKG Pro (UltiPro). • Demonstrated ability to mentor and train payroll professionals effectively. • Comprehensive knowledge of year-end payroll procedures and compliance standards. • Strong communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills. • Proficiency in payroll systems and intermediate-level Excel skills. • Detail-oriented with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. • UKG certification preferred but not required. • Familiarity with full-cycle payroll processes and payroll taxes.

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Saint Michael, MN
onsite
Temporary
45.00 - 65.00 USD / Hourly
We are working with a client who is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Consultant to join their team in Saint Michael, Minnesota, on a long-term contract basis. This role focuses on guiding year-end payroll activities, mentoring internal team members, and optimizing payroll processes. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in payroll systems, compliance, and employee development to support our food processing operations. Responsibilities:• Develop and implement a structured coaching plan to train an internal team member for a senior payroll role.• Manage and oversee year-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy in W-2s and other tax forms.• Conduct audits and reconcile payroll data to guarantee compliance with regulations.• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to address discrepancies and streamline payroll operations.• Provide hands-on mentorship and knowledge transfer to internal staff, focusing on payroll best practices and troubleshooting techniques.• Review and improve payroll workflows, documentation, and controls to enhance efficiency.• Assist with weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles, ensuring accurate and timely processing.• Act as a subject matter expert for payroll system updates, testing, and issue resolution.• Create reference materials and documentation to support ongoing learning and process optimization.• Offer strategic recommendations to improve payroll operations and employee experience.
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