Interim Payroll Specialist - Workday

Team Lead, Accounting and Finance at LaSalle Network

We are a Chicago-based technology solutions company dedicated to helping organizations modernize operations through cutting‑edge software and data‑driven insights. We believe in empowering our team with the tools, flexibility, and support needed to do their best work.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and experienced Interim Payroll Consultant – Workday to join our dynamic People Operations team. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on expertise running payroll through Workday, strong knowledge of payroll processes, and a commitment to accuracy and compliance. This role will support payroll operations for approximately 400 U.S. employees and collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure a seamless payroll experience.

• Process biweekly and monthly payroll cycles in Workday, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Review and audit employee timecards, compensation changes, bonus payouts, and other payroll‑impacting data.
• Maintain employee payroll records, tax forms, deductions, and direct deposit details in Workday.
• Reconcile payroll data and identify discrepancies, resolving issues proactively with employees and People Operations partners.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance teams on payroll adjustments, reporting needs, and general ledger entries.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Prepare payroll reports, metrics, and audits as needed for leadership or regulatory bodies.
• Stay current on payroll regulations specific to Illinois and multi‑state environments.
• Support year‑end processes including W‑2 distribution, tax filings, and audit requests.

• 2–4 years of payroll experience, ideally in a multi‑state environment.
• Hands‑on experience with Workday Payroll (processing, auditing, reporting).
• Strong understanding of wage and hour laws, payroll taxes, and compliance requirements.
• Exceptional attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer‑service mindset.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity.

• Competitive salary range: $80,000 – $90,000, based on experience.
• Hybrid work model (3 days in our Chicago Loop office, 2 days remote).
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• PTO and paid holidays.

Interested candidates should submit their resume!

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LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.