Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk in Chicago! We're urgently seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage payroll operations with precision and compliance. This is a high-impact role where you'll ensure timely, accurate compensation for 500+ employees while maintaining strict adherence to federal and state regulations. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Process multi-state payroll using ADP Workforce Now system
- Calculate and garnish wages for deductions, benefits, and taxes
- Prepare and file quarterly tax returns (941, 940, state unemployment)
- Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries within 24 hours
- Generate payroll reports for finance and HR leadership
- Audit time records and reconcile payroll accounts monthly
- Ensure compliance with FLSA, ERISA, and local labor laws
Qualifications
- 3+ years of US payroll processing experience
- Proficiency with ADP, QuickBooks, or similar payroll software
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent preferred
- Advanced knowledge of multi-state tax regulations
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Business or equivalent experience
- Exceptional attention to detail with zero-error tolerance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitive data security