We are looking for an experienced Payroll Consultant - UKG Pro to support payroll operations and key project initiatives for a Long-term Contract opportunity in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. This role blends hands-on payroll execution with project-based work tied to system-related initiatives, process evaluation, testing, and year-end activities. The position is expected to average 30 to 35 hours per week, with schedules shifting based on payroll deadlines and major project milestones.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll activities, ensuring timely and accurate processing in a non-union environment.<br>• Prepare payroll data, review inputs, and complete processing tasks according to established payroll cycle deadlines.<br>• Load commission information provided by Finance and verify payroll data before final submission.<br>• Use UKG Pro and timekeeping information from the organization’s attendance system to maintain accurate employee pay records.<br>• Partner with stakeholders to collect business requirements and identify opportunities to improve payroll workflows and controls.<br>• Participate in testing, validation, and issue resolution efforts related to Oracle implementation activities.<br>• Provide support for year-end payroll tasks, including reconciliation and compliance-focused processing.<br>• Adapt to changing priorities and provide additional payroll or project support as workload fluctuates across peak periods.