Interim Payroll Specialist

Interim Payroll Consultant Workday

We are a Chicago-based technology solutions company dedicated to helping organizations modernize operations through cutting-edge software and data-driven insights. We believe in empowering our team with the tools, flexibility, and support needed to do their best work. We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Interim Payroll Consultant Workday to join our dynamic People Operations team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise running payroll through Workday, strong knowledge of payroll processes, and a commitment to accuracy and compliance. This role will support payroll operations for approximately 400 U.S. employees and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure a seamless payroll experience.

Interim Payroll Consultant Workday Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and monthly payroll cycles in Workday, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Review and audit employee timecards, compensation changes, bonus payouts, and other payroll-impacting data.
• Maintain employee payroll records, tax forms, deductions, and direct deposit details in Workday.
• Reconcile payroll data and identify discrepancies, resolving issues proactively with employees and People Operations partners.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance teams on payroll adjustments, reporting needs, and general ledger entries.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Prepare payroll reports, metrics, and audits as needed for leadership or regulatory bodies.
• Stay current on payroll regulations specific to Illinois and multi-state environments.
• Support year-end processes including W-2 distribution, tax filings, and audit requests.

Interim Payroll Consultant Workday Qualifications

Compensation & Benefits

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume!