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14 results for Hr Benefits Specialist in Chicago, IL

Payroll & Benefits Specialist
  • Homer Glen, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll &amp; Benefits Specialist to support payroll operations and employee benefits administration for a manufacturing organization in Lockport, Illinois. This position plays a central role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while also helping maintain a smooth and compliant benefits experience. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound knowledge of payroll practices, and the ability to manage sensitive employee data with care and accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage end-to-end weekly payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution for employees.</p><p>• Update and review payroll records related to hiring activity, separations, compensation adjustments, tax elections, garnishments, and benefit deductions.</p><p>• Examine timekeeping information before each payroll cycle and resolve inconsistencies to maintain accurate wage payments.</p><p>• Investigate payroll variances, answer employee questions, and correct issues related to pay, deductions, and withholdings.</p><p>• Produce payroll reports that summarize earnings, deductions, accruals, and labor-related data for internal review and reporting needs.</p><p>• Assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll activities, including audits, reconciliations, and year-end tax document preparation.</p><p>• Maintain payroll practices in alignment with applicable federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations.</p><p>• Oversee benefit administration for programs such as medical, dental, vision, retirement-related offerings, life insurance, disability coverage, and employee leave plans.</p><p>• Coordinate benefit enrollment changes, support employee questions regarding coverage, and help ensure accurate deductions and eligibility tracking.</p><p><br></p><p>Salary-$60,000 - $75,000</p><p>Benefits Include Medical, dental, vision, FSA, Life and disability insurance, Leave programs (FMLA, ADA)</p>
  • 2026-05-21T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Generalist
  • Hinsdale, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>A Robert Half client is seeking a well-rounded HR Generalist to support a growing, fast-paced organization in the transportation and logistics space. This is an onsite role supporting approximately 100 employees and reporting directly to the Vice President.</p><p>This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on and involved across all areas of HR. Location: Elmhurst, IL, ONSITE </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and offboarding</li><li>Serve as a trusted resource to leadership and employees on HR-related matters</li><li>Handle employee relations, investigations, and conflict resolution</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws</li><li>Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook</li><li>Support performance management, including coaching managers and disciplinary processes</li><li>Administer employee benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k) and act as liaison with vendors</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS (ADP)</li><li>Partner with leadership on workforce planning and organizational needs</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Salary: $75,000 – $85,000</li><li>Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance</li><li>401(k) with company match</li><li>Paid time off and holidays</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-12T00:00:00Z
HR Generalist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Contract HR Generalist to support a growing financial services organization in Chicago, Illinois. This role combines day-to-day human resources operations with strategic partnership across employee relations, benefits, talent processes, and people programs for an employee population of approximately 300. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, a service-oriented mindset, and the ability to work effectively in a fully on-site environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide broad human resources support across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, policy guidance, and day-to-day HR administration.</p><p>• Serve as a key point of contact for employee relations matters, offering sound guidance, documentation, and follow-through on workplace concerns.</p><p>• Administer employee benefits programs and help employees understand available offerings, enrollment processes, and related questions.</p><p>• Partner with leaders to support people strategies that align workforce needs with business objectives.</p><p>• Maintain accurate employee records and oversee HR data entry, reporting, and process integrity within HRIS platforms, including Workday.</p><p>• Coordinate and improve onboarding activities to create a smooth and thorough experience for new hires.</p><p>• Support talent-related initiatives by collaborating on workforce planning, employee engagement, and retention efforts.</p><p>• Ensure HR practices remain compliant with company policies and applicable employment requirements while promoting consistency across the organization.</p>
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
HR Generalist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 38 - 44 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our client, a fast-paced and growing legal services organization, is seeking a contract experienced HR Generalist to join their Chicago team. This is an exciting temporary opportunity for a proactive, people-focused HR professional who thrives in a dynamic, multi-state environment and enjoys making an impact across a broad range of human resources functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Manage day-to-day HR operations, including onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, leave tracking, and time/attendance support</li><li>Serve as a trusted resource for employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and policy guidance</li><li>Support performance management processes, employee development, and compensation-related activities</li><li>Help maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, and assist with updates to HR policies and the employee handbook</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and assist with reporting, audits, and required filings</li><li>Support benefits and retirement plan administration, vendor coordination, and training initiatives</li><li>Assist with employee engagement efforts, special projects, and occasional team events</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-18T00:00:00Z
HR Generalist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 38 - 43 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist to join a growing team in a fully onsite, contract-to-permanent role. This position will support a broad range of human resources activities, including employee relations, onboarding, compliance, HR administration, and recruiting support, while partnering closely with leaders across the organization. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong executive presence, and a proactive approach to improving processes and delivering high-quality employee support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide day-to-day support across core human resources functions, including employee relations, onboarding, policy administration, and general HR operations.<br>• Partner with managers and internal stakeholders to assist with recruiting activities, candidate coordination, and talent acquisition efforts.<br>• Help ensure HR practices align with applicable employment laws, company policies, and compliance standards.<br>• Maintain accurate employee records and HR data within Workday and other HRIS tools, supporting reporting and documentation needs.<br>• Contribute to benefits-related administration and respond to employee questions regarding HR programs and processes.<br>• Support special projects and cross-functional HR initiatives, including process improvements and future system implementation activities as needed.<br>• Serve as a dependable resource for employees and leaders by addressing questions with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
  • 2026-06-03T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • Montgomery, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to support a broad range of people operations in Montgomery, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position will oversee employee relations, HR administration, benefits coordination, and onboarding while helping maintain efficient and compliant HR processes. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in supporting employees and managers, improving HR workflows, and using HRIS tools to keep records accurate and up to date.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Guide employees and supervisors on workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and issue resolution to promote a positive and compliant work environment.<br>• Manage day-to-day HR operations, including employee documentation, record maintenance, and administrative support across the employee lifecycle.<br>• Coordinate benefit-related activities such as enrollments, updates, and employee communication to ensure accurate and timely support.<br>• Lead onboarding activities for new hires, including orientation preparation, paperwork completion, and system setup coordination.<br>• Maintain and update information in HRIS platforms to support reporting accuracy, data integrity, and efficient personnel administration.<br>• Partner with leadership to address employee relations matters, document outcomes, and recommend practical solutions aligned with company policy.<br>• Support process improvements within HR operations and assist with changes to systems or procedures when needed.<br>• Prepare HR-related reports, track key personnel information, and help ensure adherence to internal standards and employment requirements.
  • 2026-06-12T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 35 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are seeking an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to join our team in the southeast suburbs of Chicagoland, Illinois. This is a Contract to permanent position that requires a hands-on, detail-oriented individual with a strong background in talent acquisition and benefits administration. The ideal candidate will contribute strategic solutions to enhance recruitment processes while effectively managing daily HR functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Streamline and standardize recruitment processes to ensure consistency and efficiency.</p><p>• Actively source candidates through proactive strategies and tools.</p><p>• Design and implement position-specific talent evaluation rubrics.</p><p>• Lead recruitment efforts for salaried positions, including engineering, research and development, and sales.</p><p>• Oversee the administration of employee benefits, including handling day-to-day inquiries and processes.</p><p>• Coordinate and manage open enrollment periods to ensure smooth transitions.</p><p>• Collaborate with organizational stakeholders to align HR strategies with business goals.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with HR policies and regulations while fostering a positive workplace culture.</p><p>• Work onsite at least four days per week to support team operations and employee engagement.</p><p>• Utilize bilingual skills, if applicable, to enhance communication and accessibility.</p>
  • 2026-05-20T00:00:00Z
Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • Glendale Heights, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>A client of Robert Half is seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and enhance HR operations for a growing organization. This role is ideal for a hands-on HR leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about employee engagement, compliance, and building strong workplace culture.</p><p><br></p><p>This position requires bilingual fluency in Spanish and English and includes travel to Rockford approximately twice per week (mileage and gas reimbursement provided).</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Salary range: $90,000 – $120,000</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>401(k) with company match</li><li>Travel reimbursement for mileage and gas</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead employee relations efforts, fostering a positive and productive work environment</li><li>Oversee day-to-day HR administration, including records management, policies, and compliance documentation</li><li>Manage and administer employee benefits programs, ensuring clear communication and support</li><li>Utilize HRIS systems to maintain accurate data and streamline HR processes</li><li>Drive and manage onboarding programs to ensure successful new hire integration</li><li>Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals</li><li>Partner with leadership to support performance management and organizational development</li><li>Ensure compliance with all employment laws, regulations, and internal policies</li><li>Implement initiatives to improve employee engagement, retention, and culture</li><li>Collaborate with leadership to assess and support workforce planning needs</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-26T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $90,000-$95,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p>The best way to beat the cold is in a new role that pays more!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities: </strong></p><p>o Process payroll for nine entities within ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.</p><p>o  Review and validate timekeeping, earnings, deductions, benefits, and adjustments prior to final submission.</p><p>o  Maintain payroll records and support payroll onboarding/offboarding activities.</p><p>o Reconcile the payroll sub-ledger to the general ledger for all entities. o Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries.</p><p>o  Investigate and resolve discrepancies in partnership with the Accounting/Finance team.</p><p>o Remit federal, state, and local payroll taxes accurately and on schedule.</p><p>o  Prepare and submit government reporting and ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.</p><p>o  Ensure compliance with all payroll laws, tax regulations, and company policies.</p><p>o  Set up payroll in new states, if required.</p><p>o Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll statements, including W-2s and other payroll-related filings.</p><p>o  Prepare annual W-2 reconciliations for tax workpapers.</p><p>o  Generate customized payroll reports for Finance, HR, and leadership as needed.</p><p>o Maximize functionality and efficiency within ADP Workforce Now.</p><p>o  Identify opportunities for process enhancements that improve payroll accuracy, controls, and operating efficiency.</p><p>o  Administer Concur and ensure efficient processing of employee reimbursements.</p><p>o  Support audits and special projects as needed.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p>
  • 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 39.5865 - 45.837 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a restaurant and catering organization in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can manage high-volume processing with accuracy, maintain compliance across multiple states, and contribute to project-based payroll activities. The role calls for someone who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and delivering reliable payroll support for a large employee population.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process end-to-end payroll for a large workforce, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.<br>• Administer payroll activities across multiple states while following applicable wage, tax, and compliance requirements.<br>• Review payroll data for completeness and accuracy, researching and resolving discrepancies before final submission.<br>• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and maintain payroll records and reporting information.<br>• Support payroll-related project work, including implementation tasks and process coordination as needed.<br>• Partner with internal teams to address payroll questions, investigate issues, and provide timely resolution.<br>• Maintain organized payroll documentation and assist with audits, reconciliations, and reporting requests.
  • 2026-05-20T00:00:00Z
HR Director
  • Lombard, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 52.25 - 60.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced HR Director to provide strategic and hands-on human resources leadership for a long-term contract opportunity based in Lombard, Illinois. This role will oversee key HR functions, support a positive employee experience, and help ensure policies, programs, and practices align with organizational needs. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment in employee relations, benefits oversight, compensation administration, and HR compliance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead day-to-day human resources operations and provide guidance across employee relations, policy interpretation, and workforce support activities.<br>• Advise managers and leadership on sensitive workplace matters, helping resolve employee concerns fairly, promptly, and in accordance with company standards.<br>• Direct benefits administration activities, including employee support, issue resolution, and coordination with internal or external partners.<br>• Oversee compensation-related processes and contribute to the effective management of pay practices, job alignment, and rewards programs.<br>• Maintain HR policies, procedures, and documentation to support consistent administration and regulatory compliance.<br>• Monitor employment law and HR compliance requirements, recommending updates to practices and processes as needed.<br>• Partner with leadership to strengthen HR programs that support engagement, retention, and an effective workplace culture.<br>• Prepare and review HR records, reports, and metrics to support decision-making and operational accountability.
  • 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z
Insurance Billing Specialist
  • Mundelein, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $60,000-$65,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p><em>Is your current job giving “all-work-no-play” when it should be giving “work-life balance + above market pay rates”? </em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Ability to prioritize, multitask, manage a high volume of bills per month and meet deadlines.</li><li>Experience with various e-billing vendors (e.g., CounselLink, Bottomline Legal eXchange, Tymetrix, Collaborati, Legal Solutions Suite, Legal Tracker, etc.) and LEDES file knowledge required to perform duties and responsibilities, including but not limited to preparing and submitting bills, budgets, and timekeeper rates according to client requirements.</li><li>Management of timekeepers and coordinate/process appeals as required.</li><li>Ability to execute complex bills in a timely manner (i.e., multiple discounts by matter, split billing, preparation, submission and troubleshooting of electronic bills).</li><li>Monitor outstanding Work in Process (WIP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) balances. Collaborate with billing attorneys to ensure WIP is billed on a timely basis and AR balances are collected withina reasonable period. Follow up with billing attorney and client on all aged AR balances.</li><li>Follow up on collections as directed by either Attorneys or Accounting leadership in support of meeting firm’s financial goals.</li><li>Review and edit prebills in response to attorney requests.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Research and analyze deductions and provide best course of action for balances.</li><li>Process write-offs following Firm policy.</li><li>Ability to effectively interact and communicate with attorneys, legal administrative assistants, staff, and clients.</li><li>Assist with month-end close as needed.</li><li>Proactively monitor potential errors that may result in the rejection of e-bills.</li><li>Assume additional duties as needed or assigned</li></ul><p> </p>
  • 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z
Medical Billing Specialist
  • Merrillville, IN
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 19 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Medical Billing Specialist to join a healthcare team in Merrillville, Indiana. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage billing activities accurately, follow claims through the reimbursement cycle, and support steady cash flow in a fast-paced environment. The role requires strong attention to detail, working knowledge of medical billing and coding practices, and the ability to resolve account issues efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and submit medical claims accurately and on schedule to support timely reimbursement.<br>• Review billing documentation and coding details to identify errors, missing information, or claim discrepancies before submission.<br>• Monitor unpaid or denied claims, investigate the cause, and take corrective action to improve collection outcomes.<br>• Communicate with payers, patients, and internal staff to resolve billing questions and outstanding account balances.<br>• Maintain detailed records of claim activity, payment updates, and follow-up efforts within the billing system.<br>• Apply medical billing and coding knowledge to ensure charges align with supporting documentation and payer requirements.<br>• Assist with accounts receivable follow-up to reduce aging balances and keep reimbursement activity moving forward.<br>• Support billing operations using Athena software and contribute to process updates within the department as needed.
  • 2026-05-19T00:00:00Z
Medical Billing Specialist
  • Burr Ridge, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 24.7 - 28.6 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Medical Billing Specialist, infusion focused, to support healthcare billing operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Burr Ridge, Illinois. This role focuses on accurate charge entry, claims coordination, and billing follow-through for infusion-related services while working closely with administrative, clinical, and pharmacy teams. The ideal candidate brings hands-on medical billing experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to keep patient and insurance records current to support timely reimbursement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee daily scheduling-related billing activity and keep account records accurate for assigned service sites.</p><p>• Enter and submit <strong>infusion </strong>charges each day, confirming that procedure coding, medication amounts, clinical notes, and pharmacy documentation are consistent.</p><p>• Prepare claim documentation for payers and manage submissions involving both primary and secondary insurance coverage.</p><p>• Review medication utilization records and coordinate with care and pharmacy staff to resolve discrepancies involving wasted, returned, or unused drugs.</p><p>• Confirm patient demographics and insurance details before billing to reduce claim delays and rework.</p><p>• Maintain regular reporting on billing volume, account issues, and status updates for leadership review.</p><p>• Partner with clinical personnel to obtain incomplete documentation and help keep the billing process moving without delays.</p><p>• Provide broader administrative and reimbursement support as business needs require.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $22 to $27. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit <u>roberthalf.gobenefits.net</u> for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
  • 2026-06-11T00:00:00Z