Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Payroll Specialist at Chicago Financial Solutions. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage end-to-end payroll operations for 500+ employees. This role offers growth opportunities in a collaborative environment with competitive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and professional development stipends. Perfect for payroll professionals seeking impactful work in Chicago's thriving business district.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and tax compliance across all 50 states
- Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare quarterly/annual tax filings
- Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies with precision
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
- Maintain confidential employee records in compliance with federal regulations
- Generate payroll reports for executive team and auditors
Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience
- Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems
- Deep knowledge of federal/state payroll tax regulations
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- PHR or CPP certification preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Experience with multi-state payroll compliance