Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Specialist at Chicago Financial Group. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage end-to-end payroll processing for 500+ employees in a fast-paced environment. This role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth in Chicago's thriving business district.
Our ideal candidate thrives in compliance-focused settings and values precision. You'll collaborate with HR and finance departments while ensuring timely, accurate compensation delivery. If you're passionate about payroll excellence and want to contribute to a company that values its employees, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for union and non-union employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and tax filings in compliance with federal/state regulations
- Resolve payroll discrepancies through audit trails and employee inquiries
- Prepare quarterly and annual payroll tax filings (941, 940, W-2)
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
- Generate payroll reports for finance and executive leadership
- Implement process improvements for payroll efficiency
Qualifications
- 3+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
- Proficiency with ADP, SAP, or equivalent payroll systems
- Strong knowledge of FLSA, garnishment laws, and multi-state tax regulations
- Advanced Excel skills (vlookups, pivot tables, macros)
- CPP or FPC certification preferred
- Proven ability to maintain confidential employee data
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field