We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to support payroll operations for a university environment in Chicago, Illinois. This Contract position is well suited for someone with hands-on payroll experience who can manage time records, payroll calculations, and related documentation with accuracy. The ideal candidate will contribute to timely pay processing while helping maintain compliance with established payroll procedures. Responsibilities: • Process bi-weekly payroll accurately by reviewing employee time records, earnings, and required deductions before final submission. • Examine timesheets and attendance data to identify discrepancies, follow up on missing information, and ensure payroll records are complete. • Support payroll administration within ADP and related timekeeping systems to maintain reliable employee pay information. • Reconcile payroll totals against supporting records and resolve variances involving wages, garnishments, and other withholdings. • Handle payroll-related adjustments connected to child support orders and other mandated deductions in accordance with policy. • Maintain organized payroll files, reports, and supporting documentation to ensure records are current and accessible. • Assist with expense reporting review and coordinate payroll-related entries that may affect employee compensation records. • Contribute to budgeting and payroll tracking activities by preparing data and supporting routine reporting needs.

• At least 2 years of experience in payroll support, payroll administration, or a closely related accounting function. • Working knowledge of payroll processing, including bi-weekly payroll cycles, reconciliations, and timesheet review. • Experience using ADP payroll systems and timekeeping platforms such as Workforce Time & Attendance. • Familiarity with payroll deductions, including garnishments, child support, and other required withholdings. • Ability to maintain accurate records, manage payroll files, and handle sensitive employee information confidentially. • Strong attention to detail with the ability to spot discrepancies and follow through on corrections promptly. • Proficiency in reviewing employee timesheets, timeslips, and related payroll documentation. • Comfortable supporting payroll reporting, expense-related reviews, and basic budget tracking activities.

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Chicago, IL
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Temporary / Contract
19.7885 - 22.913 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to support payroll operations for a university environment in Chicago, Illinois. This Contract position is well suited for someone with hands-on payroll experience who can manage time records, payroll calculations, and related documentation with accuracy. The ideal candidate will contribute to timely pay processing while helping maintain compliance with established payroll procedures. Responsibilities: • Process bi-weekly payroll accurately by reviewing employee time records, earnings, and required deductions before final submission. • Examine timesheets and attendance data to identify discrepancies, follow up on missing information, and ensure payroll records are complete. • Support payroll administration within ADP and related timekeeping systems to maintain reliable employee pay information. • Reconcile payroll totals against supporting records and resolve variances involving wages, garnishments, and other withholdings. • Handle payroll-related adjustments connected to child support orders and other mandated deductions in accordance with policy. • Maintain organized payroll files, reports, and supporting documentation to ensure records are current and accessible. • Assist with expense reporting review and coordinate payroll-related entries that may affect employee compensation records. • Contribute to budgeting and payroll tracking activities by preparing data and supporting routine reporting needs.
2026-05-28T00:00:00Z