Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team as a Senior Payroll Specialist where precision meets impact! We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage our multi-state payroll operations for 500+ employees. This role combines technical expertise with strategic partnership to ensure flawless compensation delivery while driving process improvements. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a hybrid work model in our downtown Chicago headquarters.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for multi-state employees including garnishments, commissions, and complex deductions
- Manage year-end reconciliation including W-2 distribution, 1099 filings, and audit preparation
- Implement and optimize payroll workflows using ADP Workforce Now and QuickBooks Online
- Ensure compliance with federal/state tax regulations (FLSA, FICA, state withholding)
- Lead payroll system upgrades and process automation initiatives
- Respond to payroll inquiries with exceptional service and resolution accuracy
- Collaborate with HR on benefits administration and leave tracking integration
Qualifications
- 5+ years of payroll processing experience with multi-state compliance expertise
- ADP Workforce Now certification or equivalent system proficiency
- Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and macros
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) designation preferred
- Deep understanding of FLSA, garnishment laws, and ACA reporting
- Proven experience with payroll audits and corrective action plans
- Excellent analytical skills with 100% accuracy in high-volume processing