Description We are looking for an experienced onsite Payroll Administrator to support a healthcare organization in Honolulu, Hawaii on a Contract assignment. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll administrator who can step into a fast-moving environment, learn existing practices quickly, and deliver accurate payroll for a workforce covered by multiple union agreements. The role centers on precise end-to-end payroll administration for over 150 employees across complex operating schedules, with a strong focus on compliance, timeliness, and problem-solving. To apply for this role, please call Kenji Nakano at (808) 452-0265. Preference will be given to applicants currently residing in Hawaii due to the onsite nature of the job requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Learn current payroll workflows, pay policies, and union contract provisions through focused onboarding with the existing payroll team.
• Process complete payroll cycles for approximately 165 employees, ensuring earnings, deductions, and time-related entries are calculated accurately.
• Apply collective bargaining agreement rules to payroll transactions, including pay rates, overtime, differentials, and other contract-driven requirements.
• Administer payroll for employees working across two operating locations with nontraditional schedules, including seven-day and around-the-clock coverage.
• Review submitted payroll data for accuracy and completeness, resolve discrepancies promptly, and follow up with managers when clarification is needed.
• Maintain compliance with organizational policies, wage rules, and payroll regulations while meeting established processing deadlines.
• Use payroll platforms such as ADP Workforce Now and UKG Pro to support payroll execution, validation, and reporting activities.
• Assist with issue resolution during processing cycles and adapt quickly to shifting priorities or extended hours when payroll deadlines require additional support. Requirements
• Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle payroll in unionized or otherwise complex payroll environments.
• Proven ability to process payroll accurately for employee populations in the 101 to 500 range.
• Hands-on experience with payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now and UKG Pro.
• Strong understanding of overtime calculations, pay rules, deductions, and compliance requirements tied to payroll administration.
• Ability to interpret labor agreement terms and apply them correctly during payroll processing.
• Experience working in high-volume, deadline-driven settings where accuracy and speed are equally important.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate and correct payroll discrepancies efficiently.

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