Our client, a growing commercial-stage pharmaceutical company, is seeking an experienced Payroll Contractor to support day-to-day payroll operations. This individual will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing and should bring hands-on Workday payroll experience, along with experience managing more complex payroll activities including equity transactions, commissions, and wage garnishments.

This is a contract opportunity requiring an onsite presence 2–3 days per week.

Responsibilities:

Support accurate and timely payroll processing using Workday
Process and administer equity-related payroll transactions
Process commission and other variable compensation payments, including payments for commercial employees
Manage wage garnishments, including setup, processing, reconciliation, and ongoing maintenance
Work with OSV in support of payroll processing and related activities
Review payroll data for accuracy, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues prior to payroll completion
Research and respond to employee payroll questions and resolve payroll-related issues
Partner with HR, Finance, and other internal stakeholders to ensure accurate payroll information and timely processing
Assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting, audits, and other payroll-related activities as needed
Maintain appropriate payroll documentation and support internal controls and compliance requirements
Ensure payroll activities are completed in accordance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations

Qualifications:

Hands-on Workday payroll experience required
3–5 years of Workday experience strongly preferred
Candidates with a minimum of 1 year of hands-on Workday payroll experience may be considered
Experience working with OSV
Experience processing equity-related payroll transactions
Hands-on experience managing wage garnishments
Experience processing commission and variable compensation payments
Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other life sciences industry experience is a plus
Strong understanding of payroll processes, controls, and best practices
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately with sensitive and confidential information
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet critical payroll deadlines
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across HR, Finance, and other functions

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