Lead Workday Payroll Consultant

Lead Workday Payroll Consultant $30 - $40 hourly

Job Category:

Accounting & Finance Position Type:

Contract /

Temporary Work Model:

Hybrid Location:

Chicago, Illinois Job ID:

161796

Benefits:

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Refer a Friend Back to Search Recent hands-on Workday Payroll experience is required for consideration. Candidates without Workday Payroll experience will not be considered. LaSalle Network is partnering with a leading investment management firm to identify a Lead Workday Payroll Consultant . This individual will serve as the senior resource within the payroll function, overseeing payroll operations, payroll tax compliance and payroll process improvements. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who has operated in a lead, supervisory or payroll management capacity and possesses extensive hands-on Workday Payroll experience. The Lead Workday Payroll Consultant will serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related escalations, payroll tax matters, compliance initiatives and process optimization efforts while partnering closely with HR, Finance and Accounting leadership. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end payroll processing for a multi-state employee population, ensuring timely, accurate and compliant payroll execution Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll issues, payroll tax inquiries and compliance matters Review and approve payroll transactions, including new hires, terminations, bonuses, commissions, equity payments, garnishments and benefit deductions Manage payroll tax compliance activities, including federal, state and local tax reporting requirements Research and resolve payroll tax notices, audits, agency correspondence and filing discrepancies Partner with third-party payroll tax providers and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate tax filings and remittances Oversee quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, including reconciliations, tax reporting and W-2 processing Utilize Workday Payroll to process payroll, maintain employee records and generate reporting Conduct payroll audits, reconciliations and control reviews to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance Provide leadership, mentorship and guidance to payroll team members Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation and Workday optimization Support payroll-related projects, implementations and system enhancements Qualifications Recent hands-on Workday Payroll experience is required 5+ years of payroll experience, including lead, supervisory or payroll management experience Strong expertise in multi-state payroll tax compliance, filings and reporting Experience managing payroll tax notices, audits, reconciliations and agency inquiries Proven experience reviewing payroll work and serving as a senior payroll resource Experience processing payroll for large employee populations across multiple jurisdictions Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs and data analysis Strong understanding of payroll laws, regulations and compliance requirements Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills

Key Details Compensation:

$38-$41 per hour

Schedule:

Hybrid - 3 days onsite, 2 days remote

Location:

Downtown Chicago Employment Type:

Contract with potential

Benefits:

LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/ If you're a hands-on Workday Payroll expert who thrives in a leadership capacity and enjoys owning complex payroll and tax processes, we'd love to connect with you. Apply today! Jessica Accounting/Finance Recruiter LaSalle Network #LI-JX1 #LNAF LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v. LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.

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