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Payroll Specialist

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60601, USA
Listing for: Robert Half
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-18
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Payroll, Financial Compliance, Financial Reporting
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 95000 USD Yearly USD 90000.00 95000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Hybrid Payroll Specialist

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.

The best way to beat the heat is in a new role that pays more!

Key Responsibilities:
  • Process payroll for nine entities within ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
  • Review and validate timekeeping, earnings, deductions, benefits, and adjustments prior to final submission.
  • Maintain payroll records and support payroll onboarding/offboarding activities.
  • Reconcile the payroll sub-ledger to the general ledger for all entities. Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries.
  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in partnership with the Accounting/Finance team.
  • Remit federal, state, and local payroll taxes accurately and on schedule.
  • Prepare and submit government reporting and ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.
  • Ensure compliance with all payroll laws, tax regulations, and company policies.
  • Set up payroll in new states, if required.
  • Prepare and distribute monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll statements, including W-2s and other payroll-related filings.
  • Prepare annual W-2 reconciliations for tax work papers.
  • Generate customized payroll reports for Finance, HR, and leadership as needed.
  • Maximize functionality and efficiency within ADP Workforce Now.
  • Identify opportunities for process enhancements that improve payroll accuracy, controls, and operating efficiency.
  • Administer Concur and ensure efficient processing of employee reimbursements.
  • Support audits and special projects as needed.
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