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12 results for Payroll Specialistadministrator in Chicago, IL

Payroll Specialist
  • Palatine, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $110,000 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><strong>Job Description:</strong></p><p>·        Assist in processing the full payroll cycle for all entities including data input, transmission, auditing, reporting, balancing, and reconciliation.</p><p>·        Prepare regular reports such as quarterly 401k matching, benefit billing summaries, and overtime</p><p>·        Manage state-specific tax/insurance reporting and billing.</p><p>·        Partner with internal Tax and Accounting departments for payroll account and G/L reconciliations, and regular reporting</p><p>·        Provide information to third-parties including vendors and audit teams</p><p>·        Answer manager and employee questions, and resolve payroll issues</p><p>·        Maintain employee payroll files</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-05T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • South Elgin, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26.9135 - 31.163 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to provide dependable payroll and administrative support for a growing restaurant organization in South Elgin, Illinois. This Part-time Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage multi-state payroll activities with precision while balancing related onboarding and office support tasks. The role will help maintain timely, accurate pay practices across several payroll groups and contribute to a smooth employee experience in a fast-moving environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee recurring payroll processing for multiple pay groups and legal entities, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule.</p><p>• Review payroll data across several states to verify compliance, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues before final submission.</p><p>• Investigate and correct payment exceptions such as returned transactions, direct deposit problems, and payroll adjustments.</p><p>• Conduct routine audits, reconcile payroll records, and implement corrections when timekeeping or pay data is inaccurate.</p><p>• Prepare, import, and upload payroll files into the payroll platform while maintaining organized supporting documentation.</p><p>• Coordinate tip distribution details and validate daily punch information received from operations teams for accurate payroll calculations.</p><p>• Support new employee setup by entering payroll-related employee information and assisting with onboarding administration.</p><p>• Provide additional administrative assistance through tasks such as recruiting support, document management, check handling, and mail distribution.</p><p>• Partner with field and operations teams to confirm timekeeping accuracy and gather information needed to complete each payroll cycle.</p>
  • 2026-08-19T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Hinsdale, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28.5 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate, compliant payroll operations for a workforce of roughly 900 employees in Oak Brook, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong Paychex expertise, thrives in a deadline-driven environment, and can partner effectively with Human Resources, Finance, and employees to deliver dependable payroll service. The role focuses on end-to-end payroll administration, record accuracy, reporting, and issue resolution across a multi-state employee population.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for an employee base of approximately 900 staff members, ensuring each cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Audit time and pay data, including earnings, deductions, garnishments, incentive payments, and manual adjustments, before final submission.</p><p>• Update payroll records for hires, separations, compensation revisions, tax changes, and other employee status updates within the payroll system.</p><p>• Act as the primary resource for Paychex administration, maintaining employee information, direct deposit details, deductions, and tax settings.</p><p>• Produce payroll reports, reconcile payroll data, and investigate discrepancies to support accurate financial and employee records.</p><p>• Partner with Paychex support, Human Resources, and Finance to resolve system issues, payroll variances, and employee pay concerns.</p><p>• Help maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll requirements, including tax reporting and year-end payroll activities such as W-2 preparation.</p><p>• Respond to employee questions related to pay statements, withholding, deductions, and deposits while handling sensitive information with discretion.</p><p>• Contribute to payroll audits, documentation updates, and workflow improvements that strengthen efficiency, consistency, and control.</p><p>• Support payroll-related enhancements and process refinement efforts within a growing, multi-location organization.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $28 to $35. 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>
  • 2026-08-19T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Wheaton, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>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].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Key Responsibilities </u></strong></p><p>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.<strong>                                   </strong></p><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><p><strong> </strong></p>
  • 2026-08-04T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 105000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>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].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>·        Prepare and process payroll for exempt and non-exempt multi-state employees across all entities</p><p>·        Calculating commission payments</p><p>·        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</p><p>·        Administer and evaluate timesheets and resolve any timesheet discrepancies</p><p>·        Respond to employee inquiries regarding paychecks, payroll practices and procedures</p><p>·        Resolve payroll issues</p><p>·        Uphold payroll policies to staff</p><p>·        Process quarterly, fiscal and calendar year-end reports and assist with fiscal year-end accruals for general ledger posting</p><p>·        Plan direct, and coordinate payroll activities and resources to ensure payroll deliverables are completed on time and within budget</p>
  • 2026-07-29T00:00:00Z
Payroll Manager
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 130000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $140,000 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><strong>Role Overview:</strong></p><p>Primary responsibility for the oversight, governance, and execution of payroll operations across non-US jurisdictions. This role ensures compliant, accurate, and timely payroll processing while managing complex cross-border matters such as expatriate payrolls, tax protection, and multi-country reporting. This position serves as the central point of coordination for internal stakeholders (HR, Finance, Tax, and Legal) and external payroll providers for all cross-border and non-US payroll-related matters, ensuring alignment with global payroll strategy, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.</p><p><br></p><p><b>Job Description:</b></p><ul><li>Ensure end-to-end payroll processing for Canada and APAC</li><li>Coordinate with European colleagues to ensure consistency in all global payrolls</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate payroll execution, including earnings, deductions, statutory filings, payments, and income allocations</li><li>Monitor payroll calendars and coordinate multi-country payroll cycles</li><li>Lead payroll support for internally mobile employees, including cross-border travel, expatriates, split payrolls, and tax gross-up calculations</li><li>Partner with Global Mobility and Tax to ensure alignment on cross-border compliance and reporting</li><li>Prepare IRS Forms 1042/1042-S, treaty-based return filings, and other similar tax forms</li><li>Coordinate with Tax on ad-hoc cross-border matters, such as strategic opportunities, expansion and permanent establishment analyses</li><li>Maintain strong internal controls and SOX compliance over payroll processes</li><li>Establish and maintain standardized global payroll policies, procedures and documentation</li><li>Drive process improvements, automation and harmonization across jurisdictions</li><li>Assemble clear and concise workpapers</li><li>Respond to inquiries from tax authorities</li><li>Assist in various payroll-related tasks with a great attitude and willingness to contribute</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-07-24T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>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]</em></p><p><br></p><p>NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description</u></strong></p><p>The desired candidate possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills, is detail-oriented, well organized, and can manage competing priorities while meeting constant deadlines.</p><p>Specific job responsibilities</p><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.<strong> </strong></li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-13T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 72000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><em>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].</em></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process accounts payable invoices (PO &amp; 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><p><strong>Typical Decisions</strong></p><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 &amp; prioritizing invoice processing for earning maximum discounts.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-11T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Chicago, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Analyst to support day-to-day payment operations for a Contract position based in Chicago, Illinois. This role will focus on A/P processes, Concur administration, system data transfer processing, and A/P general accounting knowledge. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounts payable experience, strong attention to detail, and comfort working with Concur in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage supplier records and respond to vendor questions to maintain accurate and efficient payment processes.</p><p>• Review, code, and enter invoices with a high level of accuracy while ensuring proper documentation and approval routing.</p><p>• Support employee and volunteer payment activities in alignment with internal accounts payable procedures.</p><p>• Assist with expense administration, including setting up new accounts in Concur and providing support for system users as needed.</p><p>• Coordinate payment activity such as ACH transactions and check runs to help ensure obligations are met on schedule.</p><p>• Contribute to data integration and related accounts payable tasks to keep financial information complete and current.</p><p>• Monitor invoice status and resolve discrepancies by working closely with relevant stakeholders and available system records.</p>
  • 2026-08-04T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Evanston, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Evanston, Illinois in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This position focuses on accurate invoice processing, payment coordination, and day-to-day accounts payable support in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, sound coding experience, and the ability to manage both electronic and manual payment activities with consistency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices to ensure timely and accurate processing.<br>• Coordinate ACH payments and prepare check runs in alignment with established payment schedules.<br>• Reconcile accounts payable records and investigate discrepancies with vendors or internal stakeholders.<br>• Maintain organized documentation for invoices, approvals, and payment activity to support audit readiness.<br>• Partner with payroll and related teams on union payroll items that connect to payable processes.<br>• Monitor outstanding obligations and help ensure vendors are paid according to agreed terms.
  • 2026-08-13T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Wheaton, IL
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a finance team in Wheaton, Illinois on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys detail-oriented accounting work, can manage recurring invoice activity, and communicates well across finance functions. The position supports day-to-day payable operations while also assisting with related accounting tasks, records maintenance, and system updates.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process approximately 50 invoices each week with accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.</p><p>• Partner with accounting and accounts receivable colleagues to support daily financial operations and resolve payment-related questions.</p><p>• Prepare and complete check runs for multiple programs, ensuring each payment cycle follows the appropriate requirements.</p><p>• Record interest activity for assigned programs and maintain accurate supporting entries.</p><p>• Perform general ledger support work, including updating financial records and reviewing transaction details.</p><p>• Maintain purchase order and invoice data within internal accounting systems to keep records current and organized.</p><p>• Use banking platforms to enroll eligible individuals in utility reimbursement programs and verify related information.</p><p>• Update customer and client account profiles in Yardi and assist with ongoing data accuracy in the system.</p><p>• Work in Excel to track transactions, organize financial information, and support reporting needs.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $20 to $25. 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>
  • 2026-08-21T00:00:00Z
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>
  • 2026-08-11T00:00:00Z