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 organization. This role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees using ADP system
- Calculate and maintain garnishments, deductions, and tax withholdings
- Prepare payroll reports for internal stakeholders and auditors
- Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor regulations
- Reconcile payroll accounts and maintain accurate records
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience
- Proficiency with ADP or similar payroll software
- Strong knowledge of FLSA, IRS, and Illinois payroll regulations
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Business or equivalent experience
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion