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 our growing workforce. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment in the heart of downtown Chicago.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish wages for deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies in employee records
- Prepare and file federal/state payroll tax reports and year-end forms
- Assist with new hire onboarding and payroll-related inquiries
- Maintain strict confidentiality of employee compensation data
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience in a corporate environment
- Proficiency with ADP payroll software and Microsoft Excel
- Strong knowledge of federal/state payroll tax regulations (FICA, FUTA, IL withholding)
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Business or equivalent experience
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting