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Payroll Administrator

Crawford Thomas Recruiting
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025 CLOSED ON 3/22/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Administrator position at Crawford Thomas Recruiting?

Salary: $70,000-$82,000 base salary (Negotiable, depending on experience) plus full benefits package

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Payroll Administrator to support multi-state payroll operations for their growing organization. This role focuses heavily on payroll processing, timekeeping administration, audits, and compliance, with a strong emphasis on UKGPro and Workforce Management (WFM) systems.

Job Responsibilities: Maintain employee payroll, tax, banking, PTO, and deduction records Process weekly and bi-weekly payrolls, including new hires, terminations, bonuses, and off-cycle runs Audit and balance time files using Workforce Management (WFM) Set up and manage garnishments, levies, and court orders Serve as first-line support for time clock and WFM issues Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and compliance issues Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations Communicate payroll policies and respond to employee inquiries Prepare payroll journals and routine reporting for leadership

Qualifications: 2–3 years of payroll experience in a multi-state environment Expert-level experience with UKGPro (required) Workforce Management / Dimensions experience preferred Strong Excel and audit skills Knowledge of payroll laws and regulations High attention to detail and confidentiality Strong communication and problem-solving skills

About The Company

Our client is a rapidly growing company — with deep experience in retail and commercial propane sales, operations and finance. They provide safe, reliable propane service to residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural customers from Connecticut to California.

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Salary : $70,000 - $82,000

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