Location: Remote (Elmhurst, IL office for equipment pickup)
Pay Range: $40–$45/HR (Based on Experience & Qualifications)
Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k)
Brilliant Financial Staffing has been engaged in a search for a Payroll Specialist for a well-established healthcare logistics organization supporting nationwide operations. This is a temporary contract opportunity (6–9 weeks with potential to extend) covering a leave of absence within the payroll department. Candidates must be able to interview and start quickly.
This organization is a leader in healthcare transportation services, operating across 29 states with a large multi-site workforce. The role is primarily remote, with a requirement to pick up equipment from the Elmhurst, IL office.
Payroll Specialist Responsibilities:
- Process full-cycle, multi-state biweekly payroll for approximately 3,600 employees
- Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing using UKG Ready
- Administer wage garnishments, child support orders, and tax levies (approx. 100 monthly)
- Maintain employee payroll records, including pay rates and deductions
- Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
- Assist with payroll tax filings and reporting as needed
- Support payroll compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws
- Generate and maintain payroll reports for internal stakeholders
- Assist with additional payroll-related projects and departmental support as needed
- 3+ years of full-cycle payroll processing experience
- Multi-state payroll experience required
- UKG Ready experience strongly preferred (required if possible)
- High attention to detail with strong accuracy in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Brilliant Staffing, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.