Contract Payroll Consultant

strategichr· Human Resources
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📍 Cincinnati, Ohio

About this role

Job Opportunity: Contract Payroll Consultant in Cincinnati, OH

 

(October 2026 – Mid-January 2027)

Full-Time Contract Opportunity | 40 Hours/Week | Onsite Monday-Friday

 

Are you a payroll professional who thrives on accuracy, compliance, and keeping operations running smoothly? We're partnering with a well-established and growing Cincinnati-area organization to identify a Contract Payroll Specialist to support the team during a critical business period.

 

This is a full-time contract assignment running from October through mid-January. The ideal candidate will bring strong payroll expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and hands-on experience with UKG Pro.

As the Contract Payroll Consultant, you'll play a key role in ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing while supporting payroll-related employee inquiries and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities:

  • Process biweekly payroll using UKG Pro for a multi-state employee population.
  • Ensure payroll accuracy, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefit contributions.
  • Audit payroll data and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Maintain payroll records and employee information while ensuring confidentiality.
  • Partner with Human Resources and Finance to support payroll-related processes and reporting.
  • Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve issues professionally and efficiently.
  • Assist with payroll compliance activities and year-end payroll preparations.
  • Support benefits and deduction administration as it relates to payroll processing.
  • Generate reports and provide payroll-related data as requested.
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of payroll processing experience.
  • Hands-on experience with UKG Pro is required.
  • Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
  • Experience processing payroll for multi-state employees.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification, preferred.
  • Experience partnering closely with HR and Finance teams, preferred.
  • Experience supporting payroll audits and year-end payroll activities, preferred.
  • Background working in manufacturing, distribution, logistics, or related industries, preferred.

About the Company

Our client is a long-established and growing organization that helps businesses improve operational efficiency through customized supply chain, fulfillment, packaging, and distribution solutions. Known for operational excellence, innovation, and customer-focused service, they continue to support organizations ranging from emerging businesses to established industry leaders.

If you're a payroll professional looking for a short-term opportunity where you can make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply online today!

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