Senior UKG Ready Consultant - Implementation & Support

Job Title : UKG Ready Payroll / TLM / HR Consultant.

Department : HR / Payroll Technology.

Job Type : [Full-Time / Contract].

Job Summary :

We are seeking a skilled and experienced UKG Ready Payroll Consultant to join our HRIS / Payroll systems team. In this role, you will be responsible for implementing, configuring, and supporting the UKG Ready (formerly Kronos Workforce Ready) Payroll module to meet client or internal business needs.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure payroll solutions are accurate, compliant, and optimized for performance and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead or support the implementation of UKG Ready Payroll module for new clients or internal transitions.
• Configure payroll rules, earning / deduction codes, tax settings, and workflows within UKG Ready.
• Conduct needs assessments and gather requirements from stakeholders to ensure payroll processes align with business objectives and compliance standards.
• Perform data mapping, conversions, and validation for accurate payroll data migration.
• Provide training and documentation to payroll staff and administrators on UKG Ready usage and best practices.
• Troubleshoot payroll-related issues and provide solutions in coordination with technical support and product teams.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including tax reporting, year-end processing, and audit requirements.
• Participate in system upgrades, testing, and release validation.
• Collaborate with HR, IT, and Finance teams to align payroll systems with other modules (e.g. Time & Attendance, HR, Benefits).

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(ref : hirist.tech)