Payroll & HRIS Specialist

TransChicago Truck Group is a leader in truck and truck related products and services. Our mission is to continually seek better ways of doing business. To differentiate ourselves from our competitors. All our activities are structured to recognize and exceed the expectations of our customers. 

What you will be doing 

Our Payroll & HRIS Specialist will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the payroll process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness. You will be the go-to person for all payroll-related tasks, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery for our high volume, fast-paced work environment.  This role will play a crucial role in maintaining positive employee relations through efficient payroll operations. They will be a core member of the team who will collaborate with leadership to improve policies and processes while also being an inspiring partner and resource to the rest of the Company. 

**This role is a fully onsite role that will be based out of our Elmhurst, IL office.**

What you need to succeed (Skills) 

• Ownership of entire payroll processing, multi-state, (semi-monthly & weekly), including posting to the GL. 
• Prepare and post assigned journal entries for payroll and month end closing. 
• Monthly account reconciliations for all payroll related accounts. 
• Prepare payroll reports as requested for budget and audits. 
• Drive improvements and efficiency by partnering with HR and other organizations to establish best-in-class processes for payroll and related programs.  
• Prepare documents for retirement processing for salary, union employees and pension with yearly audits 
• Month end payroll journal entries. 
• Work with HRIS software to ensure all aspects are fully functional and operational.

Compliance: 

• Ensure all payroll processes comply with legal requirements and company policies. 
• Stay up to date on latest payroll trends, best practices, and new technologies in payroll systems. 
• Manage various annual audits of Workers’ Compensation, Union Benefits and 401k. 
• Utilize related external systems to help create payroll cycle. 
• Import data containing other earnings and deductions. 
• Review and resolve any payroll exceptions prior to processing payroll. 
• Assist with documenting procedures and controls. 

Education/Experience:  

• Certification in Payroll Management (CPP), PHR or SHRM-CP a plus. 
• 5 years equivalent experience in payroll, including experience managing multi-state payrolls, and accounting functions, preferably with ADP product knowledge. 
• Progressive experience in a payroll/accounting position working under minimal supervision to process a multi-state payroll for 500 employees. 

Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation: $80,000-$95,000.  Compensation will be determined based on experience, competencies, certifications, and education.
• Benefits:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Additional voluntary benefits: We also offer a variety of other benefits including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance, Pet Insurance, and Identity Theft Insurance

TransChicago Truck Group is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. TransChicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. 

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