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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Contract Payroll Consultant