Contract Payroll Administrator (1099 Contractor)

Wellbe Senior Medical•Remote,

7d•$27 - $37•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Contract Payroll Administrator to support payroll operations for a dynamic organization with fewer than 1,000 employees. This role will be responsible for administering multi-frequency payroll processing including hourly, salaried, on-call, and incentive compensation. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Dayforce payroll and time & attendance systems and be comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will not only adapt to our existing workflows but will actively evaluate current processes to identify and implement opportunities for automation, operational improvement, and modernization. This contractor will work closely with the Payroll Tax Manager to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing.

Requirements

Minimum 3+ years of payroll administration experience
Required experience with Dayforce Payroll and Time & Attendance
Experience processing payroll for organizations with 1,000 employees or fewer preferred
Strong understanding of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and payroll best practices
Experience handling multiple pay types including hourly, salary, on-call, and incentive pay
High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting tools

Nice To Haves

CPP certification is a plus but not required
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to quickly adapt to existing payroll processes and systems while assessing opportunities for process improvement
Team-oriented mindset with the ability to partner effectively across departments

Responsibilities

Process and administer payroll for hourly, salaried, on-call, and incentive-based employees
Manage payroll activities using Dayforce Payroll and Time & Attendance modules
Review and validate employee time records, pay adjustments, deductions, and earnings codes
Ensure accurate payroll calculations and timely payroll completion
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and system issues
Support payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting activities
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
Collaborate with HR, Finance, and the Payroll Tax Manager on payroll-related matters
Assist with year-end payroll activities as needed
Maintain confidentiality of employee and payroll information