Payroll Contractor (ADP)

We’re seeking a detail-driven Payroll Contractor (ADP) to manage accurate, compliant, and timely multi-state payroll across weekly, biweekly, and semi-monthly cycles. In this role, you will serve as a key partner to HR, Finance, and employees by ensuring flawless payroll execution, maintaining data integrity, and supporting audits and process improvements. If you excel in ADP systems, thrive in fast-paced environments, and bring precision to every calculation, you’ll feel right at home here. This is a six-month contract to start.

What You’ll Do

• Process and audit multi-state payroll (weekly/biweekly/semi-monthly) with 100% accuracy and on-time delivery.
• Administer payroll in ADP platforms (e.g., Workforce Now, Vantage, or similar ADP platform), including employee records, earnings, deductions, and taxes.
• Review and validate timesheets/timekeeping data; resolve discrepancies.
• Complete payroll adjustments including retro pay, bonuses, commissions, garnishments, terminations, and LOA/FMLA pay.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and tax regulations.
• Reconcile payroll reports and general ledger entries; coordinate with Finance on journal entries and month-end close.
• Support payroll tax activities including ADP tax filings, notices, W‑2s, and year-end processes.
• Act as an escalation point for payroll questions and issue resolution.
• Assist with audits, documentation, payroll SOP maintenance, and data integrity initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and enhance ADP system usage.
• Partner closely with HR on onboarding, offboarding, and benefits deductions.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• 3–7 years of progressive payroll experience; senior-level processing and troubleshooting
• Hands-on experience with ADP payroll systems (Workforce Now strongly preferred – including Workforce Manager Time Functions; other ADP platforms acceptable)
• Experience processing payroll for multi-state populations and handling complex pay scenarios
• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance: wage/hour, taxes, garnishments, and recordkeeping
• Comfort with reconciliations and payroll reporting (ADP reports, Excel, GL coordination)
• High proficiency in Excel (lookups, pivots, filters, basic formulas; advanced skills a plus)
• Strong customer service mindset with the ability to explain payroll topics clearly
• Discreet with confidential information; excellent attention to detail and time management

Nice to Have

• ADP certifications or implementation experience
• Experience with timekeeping systems (ADP Time & Attendance, Kronos/UKG, etc.)
• Manufacturing/distribution payroll experience
• Experience with benefits deductions, HSA/FSA, 401(k) file coordination
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Education:

• High school diploma/GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field preferred.

Disclaimer

LeMans Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. LeMans Corporation will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. There are not any current or future visa sponsorships for this opening.

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