Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team as a Senior Payroll Specialist in downtown Chicago. We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage end-to-end payroll operations for 500+ employees while ensuring 100% compliance with federal and state regulations. This hybrid role offers competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to impact our growing organization.
Responsibilities
- Process multi-state payroll bi-weekly for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and tax filings with 100% accuracy
- Conduct payroll audits and resolve discrepancies within SLA
- Collaborate with HR on onboarding/offboarding and timekeeping systems
- Stay updated on FLSA, ACA, and local labor law changes
- Generate payroll reports for leadership and auditors
Qualifications
- 5+ years payroll processing experience with multi-state operations
- ADP certification or equivalent HRIS proficiency
- Deep knowledge of federal/state tax regulations and garnishment laws
- Proven ability to resolve payroll discrepancies and audit findings
- Strong Excel skills with VLOOKUP and pivot table expertise
- BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, or HR-related field