Payroll Specialist
Job Overview
Payroll Specialist
Location: Chicago, IL
Salary: 50-80K (commensurate with experience)
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while partnering with HR and Accounting to maintain accurate records and resolve payroll inquiries.
Key Responsibilities
- Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll
- Review timecards, wage rates, deductions, and benefit withholdings
- Ensure payroll tax compliance and support filings
- Maintain employee payroll records including new hires, terminations, and garnishments
- Assist with payroll reconciliations and month-end close
Qualifications
- 2–5 years of payroll experience
- Multi-state and high-volume payroll preferred
- Strong knowledge of payroll taxes and compliance
- Experience with systems such as ADP, UKG, or Paychex
- Proficient in Excel
We are proactively building a pipeline of Payroll Specialists for current and future opportunities in the Chicago market. If you are a hands-on payroll professional ready to take the next step, we encourage you to apply. For confidential consideration, email your resume directly to ieasthope@talentsphere.ca
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