Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk in the heart of Chicago! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for our diverse workforce. This urgent full-time role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to make a direct impact in a fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about payroll accuracy and compliance, apply today!
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and verify deductions, bonuses, and overtime according to FLSA regulations
- Manage garnishments, tax withholdings, and 401(k) contributions
- Resolve payroll discrepancies through audit trails and reconciliation reports
- Prepare and distribute payroll tax forms (941s, W-2s, 1099s)
- Collaborate with HR and accounting departments on employee changes
- Maintain strict compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws
Qualifications
- 3+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
- Proficiency with ADP or equivalent payroll software
- Deep understanding of FLSA, IRS, and Illinois payroll regulations
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent certification
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP and pivot table expertise
- Exceptional attention to detail and error prevention abilities
- Ability to handle confidential data with discretion
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills