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Kavaliro · 5 days ago

Payroll Processor III

United States

Contract

Remote

Mid Level

4+ years exp

Kavaliro is seeking an experienced Payroll Processor III for a long-term contract opportunity. This role supports payroll operations during a leadership transition and ongoing UKG/Kronos testing for a large healthcare system, ensuring accurate payroll processing for over 20,000 employees.

B2BConsultingDeliveryHuman ResourcesInformation Technology

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Review, audit, and process approved timekeeping records, ensuring accuracy across multiple facilities and large employee populations

Review and approve termination checks and related final payments in compliance with internal policy, state, and union regulations

Support ongoing Kronos testing and troubleshooting, validating configuration updates and integrations with Workday

Handle escalated payroll issues, providing resolution and guidance to staff as needed

Calculate and process pay adjustments, retroactive payments, and leave of absence integrations

Upload and reconcile payroll data files; ensure tax deposits, benefit deductions, and other compliance requirements are met

Partner with HRIS, Timekeeping, and Finance teams to maintain process consistency during the leadership transition

Document issues, configuration changes, and test results for transparency and audit readiness

Qualification

High-volume payroll processingKronos experienceWorkday experienceCalifornia payroll complianceUnion payroll processingPayroll calculationsAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsCollaborative

Required

4+ years of hands-on, high-volume payroll processing experience in a large organization (20,000+ employees), ideally in healthcare or similarly complex environments

Kronos and Workday experience required; UKG Absence Management knowledge a plus

Strong understanding of payroll calculations, retroactive adjustments, and termination processing

Thorough knowledge of California payroll and leave compliance required

Proven ability to troubleshoot, communicate effectively, and escalate appropriately

Must be able to work standard Pacific Time Zone hours

Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Calm under pressure and proactive in managing escalations

Excellent communication skills; adjusts tone and approach based on audience

Collaborative and adaptable during organizational or system transitions