We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will oversee payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise in payroll management and systems to a dynamic and collaborative environment. Responsibilities: • Process full-cycle payroll for a multi-state workforce, ensuring timely and accurate payments. • Manage payroll operations for over 500 employees, addressing any discrepancies or inquiries. • Utilize ADP Workforce Now and Workday Payroll systems to execute and streamline payroll functions. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. • Maintain and update employee payroll records, including deductions, benefits, and tax information. • Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to resolve payroll-related issues and improve workflows. • Prepare and submit payroll reports to management, highlighting key metrics and trends. • Conduct audits to verify payroll data and address any inconsistencies. • Stay informed about changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.

• Proven experience with full-cycle payroll processing for large organizations. • Expertise in handling multi-state payroll operations. • Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now and Workday Payroll systems. • Strong knowledge of payroll laws, regulations, and best practices. • Ability to manage payroll for over 500 employees with high accuracy and attention to detail. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. • Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with internal teams. • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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Chicago, IL
onsite
Temporary
27.71 - 32.09 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. In this role, you will oversee payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute your expertise in payroll management and systems to a dynamic and collaborative environment. Responsibilities: • Process full-cycle payroll for a multi-state workforce, ensuring timely and accurate payments. • Manage payroll operations for over 500 employees, addressing any discrepancies or inquiries. • Utilize ADP Workforce Now and Workday Payroll systems to execute and streamline payroll functions. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. • Maintain and update employee payroll records, including deductions, benefits, and tax information. • Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to resolve payroll-related issues and improve workflows. • Prepare and submit payroll reports to management, highlighting key metrics and trends. • Conduct audits to verify payroll data and address any inconsistencies. • Stay informed about changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.
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