Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk in Chicago's bustling downtown district. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage accurate and timely payroll processing for 200+ employees. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities in a supportive environment. Immediate start available for the right candidate!
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Verify time records, calculate deductions, and resolve payroll discrepancies
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
- Prepare and file payroll tax forms (941, state unemployment, etc.)
- Manage garnishments, benefits deductions, and year-end W-2 processing
- Reconcile payroll accounts and maintain detailed audit trails
- Collaborate with HR on employee onboarding and payroll-related inquiries
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience with ADP or similar systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (vlookups, pivot tables)
- Familiarity with Illinois payroll tax regulations and garnishment laws
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- CPP certification or willingness to obtain within 6 months
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage confidential information with discretion