Our client, located in the Greater Chicago area, has an opening for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their team.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

Ensure timely and accurate processing of weekly payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.

Review exempt and non-exempt personnel timecards for accuracy and approvals.

Reviews computed wages and corrects errors to ensure accuracy.

Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, garnishment, and best practices.

Facilitates audits by providing requested payroll, withholdings, timecard records and documentation when requested.

Identifies and recommends updates to payroll processing software, systems, and policies and procedures.

Maintain accurate payroll records information by collecting, calculating, and entering data into ADP, including reconciliation of all payroll accounts.

Works closely with the Benefits Specialist to ensure accurate benefits deductions and record keeping.

Process employee (new hires, terminations, changes, earnings, withholdings).

Prepare various payroll reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave disability and nontaxable wages.

Review and reconcile payroll related entries in the general ledger monthly.

Review the quarterly payroll tax reports for federal & state agencies as prepared by ADP for accuracy and agreement with the general ledger.

Works closely with the controller and accountants to produce accurate monthly financials.

Responsible for all payroll related information as it pertains to all internal and external audits.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field required.

3-5 years of recent ADP Workforce Now payroll processing experience and Enhanced Time & Attendance preferred.

FPC or CPP Certification will be strongly recommended.

Advanced computer skills, proficient in excel required.

This is a great opportunity with excellent benefits