Payroll Specialist

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our client’s team in Chicago’s Edgewater neighborhood. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of their work, and enjoys providing exceptional employee support. Reporting directly to the Payroll Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for approximately 1,500 employees. The ideal candidate will have extensive ADP experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage payroll-related issues independently from start to finish. What’s the job? - Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time for a large employee population

• Review, audit, and validate payroll data prior to payroll submission
• Manage timecards and attendance records using ADP Workforce Manager
• Run and analyze payroll reports before and after payroll processing
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and timekeeping issues
• Maintain employee payroll records, ensuring data accuracy and compliance
• Perform payroll audits, reconciliations, and data validation activities
• Support employees with payroll, PTO, scheduling, and pay-related questions in a professional and service-oriented manner
• Partner with HR and other departments to ensure payroll processes run smoothly
• Identify issues proactively and take ownership of resolving them quickly and accurately What’s needed? - Extensive experience with ADP Workforce Now
• Proven payroll processing experience in a high-volume environment
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to learn new processes quickly and become self-sufficient after onboarding
• Accountability for mistakes and a proactive approach to resolving issues
• Ability to balance accuracy, urgency, and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with ADP Workforce Manager preferred
• Experience supporting payroll for 1,000+ employees preferred
• Experience with payroll reporting and reconciliation preferred
• Knowledge of pay differentials, PTO administration, and employee timekeeping processes preferred
• Familiarity with Fair Workweek scheduling practices preferred
• Previous experience in a service-oriented or employee-facing payroll environment preferred Key Details - Compensation: $30–$40/hour
• Location: Edgewater, IL
• Work Model: Onsite
• Schedule: Full-time, standard business hours
• Benefits: Consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits, including medical, dental, and vision
• Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire If you meet the qualifications and are looking for your next opportunity, we encourage you to apply today.

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