Payroll administrator jobs in Chicago, IL and nearby

Payroll administrator jobs within 25 miles of Chicago, IL. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Oct 27, 2026

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Open jobs: 39
Employers: 33

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Hybrid: 3%1 listing
On-site: 13%5 listings

Not specified: 85% (33 listings)

Employers hiring include Robert Half (5), Apex Systems (2), Spotless Brands (2).

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Payroll administrator jobs in Chicago, IL and nearby

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Payroll Specialist
PremiStar
Itasca, IL
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across multiple business units, legal entities, payroll schedules, and systems. The position…
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Sr. Payroll Specialist
Spotless Brands
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Process and review end-to-end payroll cycles, including regular, off-cycle, and bonus payrolls across multiple states
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Payroll Administrator
Robert Half
Wheaton, IL
- $80,000 to $85,000 USD / year
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Payroll Specialist
Reyes Holdings
Niles, IL
Ensure timely, accurate payroll processing in compliance with government regulations as a Payroll Specialist
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Payroll Specialist II
Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205
Elmhurst, IL
- $30 to $35 USD / hour
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Payroll Specialist
Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling
Niles, IL
Ensure timely, accurate payroll processing in compliance with government regulations as a Payroll Specialist
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PAYROLL SPECIALIST
Compass Group
BLOOMINGDALE, IL
- $23 to $25 USD / hour
Position Title: PAYROLL SPECIALIST - BLOOMINGDALE, IL
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ADP Payroll Specialist
Apex Systems
Downers Grove, IL
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Payroll Specialist
Village of Winnetka
Winnetka, IL
- $78,174 to $109,996 USD / year
The Payroll Specialist oversees and administers the Village’s payroll functions, including the bi-weekly employee payroll and monthly Police and Fire pension payrolls, ensuring accurate and…
Added 10 days ago
ADP Payroll Specialist
Apex Systems
Downers Grove, IL
We are seeking a detail-oriented and hard-working Payroll Specialist to
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Payroll Specialist
NORTHSTAR AEROSPACE
Bedford Park, IL
- $85,800 to $110,000 USD / year
The Payroll Administrator is responsible for maintaining the system for accurate labor reporting and hourly attendance. This position is also responsible for all aspects of the salaried and…
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Payroll Specialist
LaSalle Network
Chicago, IL
- $30 to $40 USD / hour
LaSalle Network is partnering with our client to hire a Payroll Specialist for an on-site contract opportunity in Chicago, Illinois. This Payroll Specialist will support a busy…
Added 11 days ago
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INTL EMEA Payroll Specialist - EOR
Insight Global
Northbrook, IL
- From $17 USD / hour
2+ years of payroll processing experience, preferably supporting European countries
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A/P Payroll Specialist
Careers | Insight
Chicago, IL
Added 12 days ago
Payroll Specialist - FT
inFocus Payroll LLC
Chicago, IL
Small full-service payroll company hiring a full-time Payroll Specialist. The Payroll Specialist is accountable and responsible for all aspects of quality service for clients. Contacts and…
Added 12 days ago
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Payroll Specialist
Power Services Group
Downers Grove, IL
- $32 to $38 USD / hour
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Payroll Specialist
Robert Half
Lisle, IL
- $75,000 to $85,000 USD / year
Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a client in Lisle, Illinois. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced…
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Payroll Administrator
Robert Half
Chicago, IL
- $85,000 to $105,000 USD / year
· Prepare and process payroll for exempt and non-exempt multi-state employees across all entities
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Payroll Specialist
Robert Half
Arlington Heights, IL
- $28 to $35 USD / hour
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a team in Arlington Heights, Illinois in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent position. This position…
Added 13 days ago
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Payroll Specialist
Robert Half
Chicago, IL
- $90,000 to $95,000 USD / year
o Process payroll for nine entities within ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
Added 13 days ago
Senior Payroll Specialist
PEAK6 Services LLC
Chicago, IL
Added 13 days ago
Payroll Specialist
O'Hagan Meyer
Chicago, IL
…are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator with extensive experience in managing payroll for multi-state employees, including but not limited to…
Added 13 days ago
Payroll Administrator
EDPO Brand
Chicago, IL
You’ll work alongside the Payroll and HR Operations teams in our Chicago office, supporting weekly and bi‑wee
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Payroll Administrator
LAUNCH Technical Workfo
Oak Brook, IL
Under the direction of the Payroll Lead, the Payroll Administrator provides day-to-day payroll and timekeeping support to LAUNCH contract employees, with a primary focus on assisting…
Added 15 days ago
Payroll Clerk
Costco Wholesale Corporation
OAK BROOK, IL
Assists employees and managers with payroll, personnel, and benefit information and reports. Keys, reviews, corrects, and updates entries to the automated payroll system. Maintains

Apex Systems

ADP Payroll Specialist

Downers Grove, IL, United States

Remote

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Job details

Workplace: Remote
Experience: 3+ years of payroll processing experience.
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 17, 2026

Original job description

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more

information, please see:

https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13794763

Job Description:

ADP Payroll Consultant

3 Month Contract

Location: Remote

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and hard-working Payroll Specialist to join our Payroll team. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of multi-state payroll using ADP. This role plays a critical part in maintaining payroll accuracy, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and serving as a trusted resource for payroll-related inquiries. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with Human Resources, Finance, and business leaders to ensure employees are paid accurately and on schedule.

Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Processing & Administration

Process bi-weekly payrolls using ADP.
Review and validate payroll inputs, including:
New hires
Terminations
Compensation changes
Bonuses
Commissions
One-time payments
Maintain employee payroll records and direct deposit information.
Administer garnishments, tax levies, and court-ordered deductions.

Payroll Accuracy & Reconciliation

Audit payroll data for accuracy prior to submission.
Review payroll registers and gross-to-net calculations.
Reconcile payroll reports, tax withholdings, benefits deductions, and other payroll-related data.
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries in a timely manner.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Human Resources to ensure employee data changes are accurately reflected in payroll systems.
Collaborate with Finance on payroll journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting activities.
Support business leaders by providing payroll-related guidance and assistance.

Compliance & Process Improvement

Ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and company policies.
Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and audit preparation.
Develop, document, and maintain payroll procedures, controls, and best practices.

QualificationsRequired Experience

3+ years of payroll processing experience.
Hands-on experience with ADP payroll systems.
Experience processing multi-state payrolls.

Knowledge & Skills

Strong understanding of payroll taxes, wage and hour laws, and payroll compliance requirements.
Advanced Excel skills, including:
VLOOKUPs
Pivot Tables
Data reconciliation and analysis
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

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ADP
Payroll
Regulatory compliance
Research
Collaboration
Account reconciliation
Reporting
Process improvement
Microsoft Excel
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Communication skills
Customer service

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