UKG Payroll Specialist (Remote - US or Canada)

Jobgether

Canada

Remote

CAD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings options

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A tech-focused recruitment platform is seeking a UKG Payroll Specialist for a remote role in Canada. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing multi-state payrolls and ensuring compliance, with a strong focus on client communication and detail. Experience with UKG Pro and a degree in Business Administration or Accounting are highly desirable. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

Experience with multi-corporation and multi-state automated payroll systems.
Exceptional communication skills with a client-focused approach.
Prior hands-on experience with UKG Pro is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Accurately process and audit multi-state payrolls.
Execute and review pre- and post-payroll reports.
Maintain compliance with internal controls and service-level agreements.

Skills

Multi-state payroll processing

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Business Administration or Accounting

Certifications such as FPC, CPP, or SPHR

Tools

UKG Pro

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

UKG Payroll Specialist (Remote - US or Canada)

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This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Sability. We are currently looking for a UKG Payroll Specialist in United States, Canada.

This remote opportunity is ideal for a payroll professional experienced in multi-state processing and UKG Pro. You'll join a dynamic team responsible for executing accurate, high-volume payrolls, supporting various clients across industries. With a strong service mindset, attention to detail, and analytical thinking, you'll play a key role in maintaining compliance and optimizing processes. This is a great fit for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and values client satisfaction as a driver of performance.

Accountabilities:

Accurately process and audit multi-state payrolls for multiple clients, including quarter- and year-end tasks
Execute and review pre- and post-payroll reports, identifying and correcting discrepancies
Reconcile payroll outputs, research variances, and process adjustments, manual checks, reversals, and stop payments
Support the setup of new payroll cycles, including HR and pay data entry
Assist clients with annual enrollment, testing, and quarter/year-end preparation
Maintain compliance with internal controls (SOC 1) and service level agreements
Identify client issues and escalate concerns to the team lead or manager
Build and maintain strong relationships with client contacts through excellent service and communication

Requirements

Experience with multi-corporation, multi-state automated payroll systems and a solid understanding of payroll tax, wage laws, and accounting principles
Prior hands-on experience with UKG Pro is highly preferred
Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with a client-focused approach
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with a keen attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
Collaborative and proactive team player, comfortable working across functions
Certifications such as FPC, CPP, or SPHR are a strong plus
Associate's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or equivalent education/experience

Benefits

Fully remote full-time employment across the US and Canada
Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
Flexible work environment with a long-standing remote culture
Access to health, dental, and vision insurance plans
Retirement savings options and other standard employee benefits
Opportunity to work with an award-winning team recognized for service and workplace flexibility
Career growth within a high-performance, people-centered organization

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Thank you for your interest!

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