Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk in Chicago! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage accurate and timely payroll processing for 200+ employees. This role offers growth opportunities in a collaborative environment with competitive benefits.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Verify time records and reconcile discrepancies with department managers
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and tax compliance (federal/state/local)
- Prepare payroll reports and maintain confidential employee records
- Assist with year-end tax forms (W-2s, 1099s) and audits
- Support HR initiatives related to employee onboarding and benefits
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience with ADP systems
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Proficiency in Excel with advanced formula knowledge
- Strong understanding of FLSA, IRS regulations, and Illinois labor laws
- Proven attention to detail with zero-error tolerance for financial data
- Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
- Experience with multi-state payroll compliance preferred