Payroll Administrator

LaSalle Network is partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization to identify a Payroll Specialist for a high-impact contract opportunity. This Payroll Specialist will play a critical role in supporting a high-volume weekly payroll operation for approximately 600-700 employees, including a large union workforce. The ideal candidate is eager to grow their payroll career, enjoys working with data and reporting and can help maintain payroll accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Payroll Specialist with 1-3 years of payroll experience who is looking to gain exposure to complex payroll operations, multiple payroll systems and cross-functional collaboration. With a strong focus on payroll validation, reporting and process support, this role offers valuable hands-on experience while contributing to a critical business function.

What’s the job?

• Process high-volume weekly payroll for approximately 600-700 employees

• Support payroll activities for a large union employee population

• Pull and validate timekeeping data from UKG

• Load payroll data into SAP and prepare payroll files for processing

• Export payroll information into ADP Workforce Now

• Review payroll adjustments, sign-on bonuses, reimbursements and special payments

• Validate payroll calculations and ensure accuracy before processing

• Prepare payroll reports and supporting documentation

• Perform gross-to-net payroll reconciliations

• Support payroll-related general ledger activities and payroll postings

• Upload finalized payroll information into SAP for accounting purposes

• Partner with Finance, HR, IT and business leaders to resolve payroll issues and maintain compliance

• Assist with reporting, auditing and payroll process improvements

What’s needed?

• 1-3 years of payroll experience

• Experience supporting payroll processing in a high-volume environment preferred

• Exposure to payroll systems such as UKG, SAP, ADP Workforce Now or similar platforms

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• Experience working with payroll reports, reconciliations or data validation

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

What’s in it for me?

• Competitive hourly rate of $25-$30

• Opportunity to gain experience supporting a large-scale payroll operation

• Exposure to multiple payroll platforms and enterprise systems

• Collaborative environment with direct interaction across Finance, HR and leadership teams

• Opportunity to develop payroll, reporting and reconciliation expertise

Key Details

• Compensation: $25-$30 per hour

• Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit

• Location: Franklin Park, IL

• Work Model: Hybrid

• Employment Type: Contract

• Contract Duration: Approximately 3-4 Months

If you’re an early-career Payroll Specialist looking to expand your payroll knowledge and gain hands-on experience in a high-volume environment, we’d love to connect with you. Apply today to learn more about this exciting contract opportunity.