UKG Ready Payroll Specialist

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Payroll Specialist (UKG Ready Expert)

Fit Fusion, LLCRemote (U.S.) | Full-Time

Fit Fusion is a rapidly growing multi-state Crunch Fitness franchise group. We operate clubs, a call center, and corporate teams across multiple entities - and accurate, on-time payroll is essential to our success.

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist with advanced UKG Ready expertise to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the timely, accurate, and compliant processing of payroll while ensuring zero critical payroll errors and consistent, on-time delivery.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex payroll challenges, and takes pride in delivering flawless results.

Responsibilities

Ensure 100% on-time delivery of payroll with 0 critical errors

Process accurate biweekly payroll for 1,000+ multi-state employees across multiple corporate entities

Perform audits, reconciliations, and variance reviews to validate payroll accuracy

Maintain and optimize payroll-related UKG Ready configurations including:

pay rules and work rules

punch rules

earning codes

payroll workflows

pay period setup

payroll reports

Investigate payroll discrepancies and take corrective action quickly and thoroughly

Support quarter-end, year-end, and special payroll processes

Process prior-period adjustments, manual checks, stop payments, and reversals when needed

Handle garnishments, tax updates, and compliance with federal/state wage & hour laws

Run payroll pre-calculation audits, identify variances, and execute corrections prior to final submission

Assist with integration and setup tasks related to new locations, departments, or pay structures

Partner closely with People & Culture (HR), Accounting, Operations, and club leaders to ensure payroll accuracy and alignment

Promote strong relationships with internal stakeholders by delivering consistent communication and excellent service

Support testing, validation, and troubleshooting during UKG Ready system updates and enhancements

Skills & Requirements

5+ years of multi-state, multi-entity payroll experience

Advanced experience with UKG Ready is required

Strong knowledge of payroll tax rules, accounting basics, and wage/hour laws

Experience with:

blended overtime

multi-rate and multi-job employees

non-discretionary bonus calculations

Section 7(i) retail/service exemption preferred

Proven track record of error-free, on-time payroll processing

Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through

Strong communication skills and the ability to support both field and corporate teams

High level of organization with the ability to manage deadlines and multiple priorities

Proficiency in MS Excel and comfort using reporting tools

Highly motivated, team-oriented, and able to work effectively with cross-functional groups

Payroll certifications (FPC, CPP) preferred but not required

Experience supporting or participating in UKG Ready implementations or system reconfigurations strongly preferred

Why You'll Love Working With Fit Fusion

You will be the organization's payroll expert and a critical part of our infrastructure

A fast-growing company where your expertise truly matters

A collaborative environment that values accuracy, communication, and continuous improvement

Competitive compensation & benefits

Opportunities for advancement as we expand nationally

A leadership team that will depend on and deeply appreciate your technical skillset

Ready to Apply?

If you take pride in delivering impeccable payroll results and have deep UKG Ready experience, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and help build a world-class payroll function at Fit Fusion.

This is a remote position.