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Payroll Specialist
We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this long-term contract position, you will manage payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance across multi-state operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in payroll systems and regulations while contributing to the success of our organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and manage full-cycle payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Handle payroll for a workforce of over 500 employees, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now and Workday Payroll systems to process employee payments and maintain records.<br>• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve issues in a timely manner.<br>• Prepare and submit payroll reports, including tax filings and compliance documentation.<br>• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure data accuracy and seamless payroll operations.<br>• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and deductions.<br>• Stay updated on changes to payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.<br>• Perform audits of payroll data to identify and correct errors.<br>• Assist in special payroll projects and process improvements as needed.
• Proven experience managing full-cycle payroll, including multi-state payroll.<br>• Proficiency in using ADP Workforce Now and Workday Payroll systems.<br>• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.<br>• Experience handling payroll for organizations with over 500 employees.<br>• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.<br>• Strong problem-solving abilities and ability to resolve payroll discrepancies.<br>• Effective communication skills for interacting with employees and internal teams.<br>• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
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  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 49.40 - 57.20 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. In this long-term contract position, you will manage payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance across multi-state operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in payroll systems and regulations while contributing to the success of our organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and manage full-cycle payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Handle payroll for a workforce of over 500 employees, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now and Workday Payroll systems to process employee payments and maintain records.<br>• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve issues in a timely manner.<br>• Prepare and submit payroll reports, including tax filings and compliance documentation.<br>• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure data accuracy and seamless payroll operations.<br>• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and deductions.<br>• Stay updated on changes to payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.<br>• Perform audits of payroll data to identify and correct errors.<br>• Assist in special payroll projects and process improvements as needed.
  • 2025-10-23T13:58:56Z

Payroll Specialist Job in Chicago | Robert Half