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Payroll Specialist

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
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]. The best way to beat the cold is in a new role that pays more! Key Responsibilities: o Process payroll for nine entities within ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.o Review and validate timekeeping, earnings, deductions, benefits, and adjustments prior to final submission.o Maintain payroll records and support payroll onboarding/offboarding activities.o Reconcile the payroll sub-ledger to the general ledger for all entities. o Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries.o Investigate and resolve discrepancies in partnership with the Accounting/Finance team.o Remit federal, state, and local payroll taxes accurately and on schedule.o Prepare and submit government reporting and ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.o Ensure compliance with all payroll laws, tax regulations, and company policies.o Set up payroll in new states, if required.o Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll statements, including W-2s and other payroll-related filings.o Prepare annual W-2 reconciliations for tax workpapers.o Generate customized payroll reports for Finance, HR, and leadership as needed.o Maximize functionality and efficiency within ADP Workforce Now.o Identify opportunities for process enhancements that improve payroll accuracy, controls, and operating efficiency.o Administer Concur and ensure efficient processing of employee reimbursements.o Support audits and special projects as needed.
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z

Sr. HR Specialist

Chicago, IL
onsite
Temporary / Contract
42.75 - 49.5 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Interim Sr. HR Specialist for a 3-month contract assignment, with potential for extension. This individual will play a key role in supporting HR operations, onboarding, learning and development, and cross-functional team coordination, helping ensure a seamless employee experience and continuity across critical programs. If you are operationally focused, and looking to support a global organization, this could be the opportunity for you! Responsibilities:<ul><li>Provide day-to-day support across HR operations, talent development, and learning initiatives</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for new hire onboarding, including communications, documentation, orientation support, and coordination of training sessions</li><li>Manage onboarding logistics for both virtual and onsite employees, ensuring a positive and organized new hire experience</li><li>Coordinate learning and development activities, including LMS enrollments, session scheduling, facilitator coordination, and compliance training support</li><li>Oversee intake and tracking of team requests through a ticketing system, including routing, follow-up, and status management</li><li>Support procurement and coordination processes related to learning sessions and other team initiatives</li><li>Assist with internal community and employee engagement efforts, including meeting facilitation, communications, and support for in-person events</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with multiple teams to keep key programs and operations running smoothly</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvement and help enhance existing workflows and documentation</li></ul>
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Sr. HR Generalist

Chicago, IL
onsite
Temporary to Hire
26.6 - 30.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Bilingual Sr. HR Generalist to support a broad range of human resources activities for a team based in Chicago, Illinois. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can balance day-to-day HR operations with employee support, compliance, payroll processing and process coordination. This position is based on the Southwest side of Downtown Chicago, and 100% on site. Responsibilities:<ul><li> Provide day-to-day HR support across employee relations, policy guidance, and general personnel matters.</li><li>Processing payroll full cycle for 350 employees</li><li>Coordinate onboarding activities to ensure new hires have a smooth and organized start, including documentation and orientation support.</li><li>Administer benefits-related processes by assisting employees with enrollment, changes, and questions while maintaining accurate records.</li><li>Maintain HR data and documentation within HRIS platforms, ensuring information is current, complete, and aligned with internal standards.</li><li>Assist with HR administration such as personnel file management, compliance tracking, and employment documentation.</li><li>Partner with managers and employees to address workplace concerns, escalate issues when appropriate, and promote consistent HR practices.</li><li>Support updates to HR procedures and workflows, including process changes or system-related activities as needed.</li><li>Contribute to ongoing efforts that improve the employee experience through responsive service and strong operational follow-through.</li></ul>
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

HR Generalist

Cicero, IL
onsite
Temporary / Contract
24 - 27 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a fully onsite HR Generalist to support core people operations for a contract-to permanent opportunity in the southwest side of Chicago, Illinois. This position will play a key role in maintaining smooth HR processes, supporting employees and managers, and helping deliver a positive workplace experience. The ideal candidate brings a balanced background in HR administration, benefits administration and payroll processing along with the ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support day-to-day human resources activities, including employee documentation, records maintenance, and general HR administrative coordination.</li><li>Processing full cycle payroll for 150 employees</li><li>Assist with benefits-related processes such as enrollment support, employee questions, and coordination of required updates during qualifying events or annual changes.</li><li>Maintain accurate employee data within HRIS platforms and help ensure records are current, organized, and compliant with internal standards.</li><li>Partner with managers and internal stakeholders to support HR initiatives, improve employee experience, and address routine personnel matters.</li></ul>
2026-07-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Wheaton, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000-85,000 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]. Key Responsibilities The Payroll Administrator is responsible for assisting the Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for First Trust Portfolios and their domestic and international affiliates. <ul><li>Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</li><li>Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</li><li>Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</li><li>Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</li><li>Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</li><li>Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files</li></ul>
2026-07-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $105,000 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]. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:· Prepare and process payroll for exempt and non-exempt multi-state employees across all entities· Calculating commission payments· Efficiently perform all necessary functions to process in-house payroll in a timely fashion. This includes but is not limited to analyzing, preparing, and submitting payroll data for all employees, benefit deductions, and tax withholdings· Administer and evaluate timesheets and resolve any timesheet discrepancies· Respond to employee inquiries regarding paychecks, payroll practices and procedures· Resolve payroll issues· Uphold payroll policies to staff· Process quarterly, fiscal and calendar year-end reports and assist with fiscal year-end accruals for general ledger posting· Plan direct, and coordinate payroll activities and resources to ensure payroll deliverables are completed on time and within budget
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Wheaton, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000 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]. The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Key Responsibilities The Payroll Administrator is responsible for assisting the Payroll Operations Manager with all aspects of payroll for First Trust Portfolios and their domestic and international affiliates. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</li><li>Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</li><li>Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</li><li>Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</li><li>Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</li><li>Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</li><li>Maintain employee payroll files</li></ul>
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Calumet Park, IL
onsite
Temporary / Contract
32 - 35.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support weekly payroll operations for a construction workforce in Calumet Park, Illinois. This Contract position focuses on managing payroll for both union and non-union employees, with a strong emphasis on certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage compliance for active projects. The role works closely with accounting and project teams to maintain accurate records, meet reporting deadlines, and help ensure payroll obligations are handled correctly across the business. Responsibilities:• Manage the complete weekly payroll cycle for union and non-union employees, ensuring hours, earnings, deductions, and disbursements are processed accurately and on schedule.• Prepare payroll payments through direct deposit and manual checks while maintaining detailed and organized payroll documentation.• Administer certified payroll reporting for public and prevailing wage projects, including required apprentice documentation and compliance submissions.• Calculate and remit payroll taxes, withholdings, garnishments, child support orders, and tax levies in accordance with applicable regulations.• Track employee balances for vacation, sick time, and personal leave and keep related records current.• Produce monthly union benefit reports and confirm contributions are calculated and submitted correctly.• Monitor benefit-related payroll items such as 401(k) contributions and health insurance accruals to support accurate deductions and employer payments.• Compile required workforce and employment reporting, including monthly new employee submissions, while supporting audit readiness and labor cost accuracy. The salary range for this position is $32/hr to $35/hr. 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 Robert Half Benefits Website for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster
2026-07-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Chicago, IL
remote
Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to support payroll, timekeeping, and leave administration activities for a long-term contract position based in Chicago, Illinois. This role focuses on ensuring accurate pay-related data, maintaining compliance controls, and producing clear reporting across payroll and absence processes. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, careful attention to detail, and the communication skills needed to work effectively with employees, leaders, vendors, and internal partners. Responsibilities:• Coordinate the collection, review, and submission of time, absence, and payment-related data to help ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.• Examine payroll tax wages and related liabilities on a quarterly and annual basis, reconciling findings and identifying issues that require follow-up.• Oversee leave of absence administration by tracking claim status, communicating with stakeholders, and confirming that records remain current across systems.• Prepare reporting and analytics from payroll, timekeeping, and leave platforms to support operational decisions, compliance needs, and audit readiness.• Review control documentation for each pay cycle and help maintain support for internal compliance requirements and financial reporting accuracy.• Validate leave-related information between external vendors and HRIS records, including retroactive payments, return-to-work documentation, and job protection timelines.• Import and confirm payment requests, review off-cycle payroll activity, and verify garnishment and third-party payment data for accuracy.• Partner with payroll and technical teams on system updates, testing, troubleshooting, and post-implementation review when payroll-related changes are introduced.• Monitor payroll and leave integrations, resolve processing errors or warnings, and help ensure data flows correctly between inbound and outbound systems.• Support specialized payroll activities such as equity-related record updates, reduction-in-force tracking, and separation or severance documentation management.
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 72000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $72,000 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]. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process accounts payable invoices (PO & NON-PO) in accordance with policies, procedures, and SOX compliance. Investigate and resolve problems associated with the processing of invoices. Identify and prioritize processing of invoices earning vendor discounts.</li><li>Perform daily reconciliation of freight and contract shop invoices imported into AP’s system from different ERP systems. Process invoices from the error log created by AP’s scanning software. Perform vendor statement reconciliations. Perform periodic analysis of duplicate, open, and unpaid invoices.</li><li>Process and complete all scheduled payment runs. Coordinate payment activities with Treasury, according to the prescribed process, including resolving payment issues. Analyze the payment proposal to ensure electronic methods are maximized. Ensure remittance information is accurate, including routing and account information for electronic payments.</li><li>Special projects</li><li>Maintain all aspects of the vendor master files. This includes set-up, changes, and deactivations of vendors. Assist with monthly reporting and audits. Perform monthly vendor master change review. Lead efforts in resolving IRS B-notices and perform backup withholding where applicable.</li></ul>Typical Decisions<ul><li>Determine which inquiries are beyond the scope of the Accounts Payable position and direct them to the appropriate department.</li><li>Ensure invoices have the appropriate approvals and documentation.</li><li>Coordinate invoice resolution of PO invoices with the appropriate individual to correct any quantity, pricing, or goods receipt issues.</li><li>Verify all payments are complete and accurate.</li><li>Determine which vendors are more suitable for the virtual credit card program versus ACH/EFT.</li><li>Identifying & prioritizing invoice processing for earning maximum discounts.</li></ul>
2026-07-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $70,000-$75,000 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] NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Job DescriptionThe desired candidate possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, is detail-oriented, well organized, and can manage competing priorities while meeting constant deadlines.Specific job responsibilities<ul><li>Perform the accounts payable cycle to ensure timely payments of invoices to vendors, from receipt of invoices to finalizing payments, including:</li><li>Enter invoices into the accounts payable system (SAP Concur).</li><li>Gain the proper business and financial statement knowledge to administer accurate coding of each invoice, including expense categorization, approval workflow, and other applicable fields necessary for business reporting.</li><li>Assist with monitoring the accounts payable email inbox.</li><li>Prepare batch ACH and check runs, as well as wire transfers.</li><li>Ensure payment success and that all invoices are accounted for in the general ledger and the accounts payable system.</li><li>Investigate and resolve issues associated with invoice processing internally with business owners and externally with vendors.</li><li>Provide support during mergers and acquisitions, including assistance with integration of merger firm accounts payable processes and new vendor onboarding.</li><li>Communicate with vendors regarding payment status of invoices and other ad-hoc requests.</li><li>Review and approve employee expense reimbursement reports, including verification of mandatory documentation and expensing coding accuracy.</li><li>Review, code, and reconcile monthly corporate credit card transactions.</li><li>Assist with IRS 1099 compliance and reporting.</li><li>Assist with monthly tasks, including balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and determining appropriate accruals.</li><li>Assist with accounts receivable tasks, including depositing checks, posting receipts, and researching discrepancies.</li><li>General accounting assistance: scanning, organizing, and filing accounting documentation, opening and sorting mail for the accounting team.</li><li>Special projects or ad-hoc requests, as required. </li></ul>
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Insurance Billing Specialist

Mundelein, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
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] Is your current job giving “all-work-no-play” when it should be giving “work-life balance + above market pay rates”? Responsibilities:<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>
2026-07-09T00:00:00Z