Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

(Full-Time | Hybrid or Remote | Non-Exempt)

Cedarstone is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support nonprofit clients through multistate payroll processing, tax compliance, and payroll system management.

We manage back-office operations so nonprofits can focus on changing the world in unique ways. In this role, you’ll help ensure payroll is accurate, timely, compliant, and well organized.

• Process multistate payroll for multiple clients
• Track state tax and Secretary of State registrations
• Reconcile benefit and 401(k) allocations
• Work across platforms such as Quick Books Payroll, OnPay, Gusto, Paycor, and ADP
• Support payroll system integrations and conversions
• Respond to client and employee questions about payroll, taxes, and benefits
• Collaborate with Financial Operations and client leadership

• Strong math and calculation skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• A firm commitment to confidentiality
• Experience working across multiple payroll systems
• The ability to manage competing deadlines
• A genuine interest in serving nonprofit organizations

• This is a full-time position scheduled during standard Monday–Friday business hours.
• This role may be fully remote, hybrid, or in person at Cedarstone’s headquarters in Wheaton, IL. Remote employees must reside in one of Cedarstone’s approved states and should expect approximately 1-2 short trips annually to Wheaton.