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Payroll Administrator

Financial Sector
Wheaton, IL Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 10/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2027

Financial firm is currently seeking a Payroll Administrator to assist our Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for the firm and our domestic and international affiliates.

Responsibilities (but not limited to):

  • Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.
  • Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime
  • Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.
  • Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting
  • Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams
  • Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues
  • Maintain employee payroll files

Knowledge/Education Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or related field
  • 5 years of payroll experience
  • Working knowledge of federal, state, and Department of Labor regulations, including tax regulations and garnishments

Other Requirements

  • Knowledge of ADP WorkforceNow payroll processing
  • Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), or other Payroll certification
  • Outstanding Excel and data analysis capabilities
  • Strong attention to detail, organization and problem-solving skills
  • Customer service skills and the ability to interact with employees
  • Ability to work within a team or individual environment
  • Ability to maintain and promote a high standard of confidentiality

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $80,000

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