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Interim Payroll Manager

Brilliant®
Northbrook, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 9/30/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/29/2025
Our client. located in the northern suburbs of Chicago (near Northbrook), is looking for an interim Payroll Manager to assist with various payroll needs including processing weekly and semi-monthly payroll, including bonus and incentive payroll.

Dayforce and / or Ceridian payroll system experience required!

Responsibilities

  • Perform adjustments to payroll, such as garnishments, deductions, wage assignments, vacation, etc.
  • Review Time and Attendance information for completeness and accuracy.
  • Administer tax liabilities and requirements in compliance with all State and Federal laws and regulations.
  • Ensure completion and maintenance of required records, filings and reports related to payroll. Complete monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports and filings.
  • Lead person for internal or external audits of payroll records, systems and procedures for 401k audits, Worker’s Compensation audit and Worker’s Compensation renewals.
  • Serve as a technical resource to HR and other departments to address and resolve employee payroll related inquiries and problems. Provide accurate, meaningful, and timely analysis of payroll information.
  • Establish and maintain payroll policies and processes. Make recommendations for changes in policies and procedures as appropriate.
  • Provide guidance and support on global payroll procedures and practices; work with outside payroll companies to set the company up for success on a global scale.
  • Interpret and apply company policies, guidelines, and regulations to ensure compliance. Keep current on all payroll-related laws, policies, and regulations on-line and written resources, and attending payroll seminars as needed.

Qualifications:

  • A minimum five years of payroll experience required, preferably in a large global organization.
  • Workforce and / or Ceridian payroll system experience required.
  • Hands-on, “roll up your sleeves” – type approach
  • Ability to take initiative, prioritize and problem solve with strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Energetic, strong work ethic, resilient, collaborative, ability to juggle multiple projects at once and personally committed to achieving success
  • Ability to determine escalation requirements and ensure key issues are put in front of key stakeholders with recommendations for resolution
  • Attention to detail and continuous process improvement mindset
  • General understanding of end-to-end HR/payroll, payroll information flow is required
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is a plus
  • Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience

If you, or someone you know, is interested please apply today!

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