The payroll specialist will be responsible for managing and maintaining payroll for employees, as well as maintaining employee and salary databases. The ideal candidate may be required to take on a managerial position in the future, as well as manage certain aspects of the overall company budget. A degree is not required, but knowledge of accounting is extremely beneficial. If you are data-driven and scientific-minded, this position could be for you. It is required that you have a comprehensive understanding of tax laws and wage policies for local businesses. If you are interested in this position, please consider applying! Thank you for your interest.

This is strict 3-5 months contract.

Typical duties and responsibilities

• Prepare and submit paper payroll checks for employees
• ADP’s Enterprise for more than 500 employees.
• Collect banking information for direct deposit setup and initiate deposits on paydays
• Have a knowledge of and keep current with the taxation of salaries, benefits, and other factors
• Process and monitor garnishment orders and other issues that impact payroll specifications
• Maintain and document all payroll records
• Reconcile the general ledger regarding payroll transactions
• Detect and process issues with uncollected payroll
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues or concerns

Education and experience

This position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.

Required skills and qualifications

• Several years of experience in payroll
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding financial matters
• Excellent knowledge of word processing tools and spreadsheets
• Great attention to detail

Preferred qualifications

• Experience managing payroll for a company with 500 employees
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field
• Knowledge of local and state tax laws
• 2 years working in payroll
• Excellent written skills
• Self-motivated

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $26.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• ADP: 2 years (Required)
• Hospital: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Chicago, IL 60611 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60611: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person