Job Description
We're urgently seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join our dynamic finance team in downtown Chicago. As a critical member of our operations, you'll ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for 200+ employees while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This urgent opening requires immediate availability to support our high-volume payroll cycles. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment in the heart of Chicago's financial district.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Verify time records, calculate deductions, and reconcile payroll discrepancies
- Prepare and file federal/state payroll tax forms (941, 940, state quarterly reports)
- Administer garnishments, child support orders, and other wage deductions
- Respond to payroll inquiries from HR and employees within 24 hours
- Maintain confidential payroll records and ensure audit compliance
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
Qualifications
- 3+ years of US payroll processing experience with multi-state operations
- Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll software
- Deep knowledge of FLSA, FMLA, and Illinois state labor laws
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent certification (CPP preferred)
- Advanced Excel skills with pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
- Proven ability to meet strict payroll deadlines with 100% accuracy
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail