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Workday Payroll Specailist

Genesis10
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
Jul 21, 2025
Genesis10 is seeking a Workday Payroll Specialist for a 6-month contract-to-hire position in Charlotte, NC. Will work on a hybrid schedule with 2-3 days per week in the office. Schedule: Monday - Friday, core business hours. Compensation: Up to $35.00 - 40.00 per hour, depending on skill and experience level. Job Description: The Payroll Associate is responsible for managing the compilation of timekeeping and payroll information, paying employees, data reporting, and ensuring compliance with our client's policy and regulatory requirements. The associate will work in partnership with our external managed payroll provider and interact with our Benefits, Recruiting, Compensation and Absence team members. This role will also work closely with Information Technology, Finance and Accounting departments to ensure success of the payroll process. The Payroll Associate also works closely with the Finance and Accounting team to ensure all accounting and reporting deliverables are met. The Payroll Associate is continually responsible for providing a high-quality level of customer service to both management and the Company's employees. Responsibilities: Ensures payroll processes are efficient, accurate, and compliant with relevant laws and payroll tax obligations. Manages employee inquiries regarding timekeeping and payroll as applicable and in a timely fashion. Enters, maintains and/or processes information in the payroll module including employee's hourly rates, salaries, retros, commissions, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave, deductions and withholdings, and tax updates, address changes and other information. Helps to align company strategy with pay policies. Pays employee wages, regular pay, overtime, bonuses, commissions, shift differentials, holidays as well as uploads of additional employee deductions and agency hours from external software/vendors, as directed by leadership. Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, and other deductions. Process leave of absences in accordance with company policy. Stay up to date with year-round federal and state tax deduction updates. Process annual incentive payments according to plan provisions. Reconciles payroll and paid leave to the general ledger ensuring transactions align correctly. May also audit accounts to identify and address any irregularities. Prepares relevant management reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, W2s, deductions and advances. Produces additional ad hoc reports as necessary or requested. Oversees compliance with statutory reporting and filing requirements. Studies existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements and advising management on needed actions. Supports all internal and external audits related to payroll, 401K, and workers compensation. Analyses and understands information, past practices, and business objectives to make appropriate recommendations to management and assigned customers. As a member of a lean HR organization, all HR employees must act as backup to one another. This would include assisting Total Rewards & Benefits Analyst and HR Analyst with regard to processing status changes, compensation changes and terminations, and Talent Acquisition Specialist regarding processing new hires and rehires. Top skills: 3-5 years using Workday or similar HCM system Experience managing the compilation of timekeeping and payroll information, paying employees, data reporting, and ensuring compliance with our client's policy and regulatory requirements Working closely with cross-functional teams If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today! About Genesis10: Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: Access to hundreds of clients, most of whom have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. The opportunity to have a home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. * Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) * Behavioral Health Platform * Medical, Dental, Vision * Health Savings Account * Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) * Voluntary Term Life Insurance * 401K * Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) * Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, Chicago) For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as the Best Company for Work-Life Balance, and as the Best Company for Career Growth, Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #INDGEN10