Payroll Specialist

Payroll SpecialistDirect HireChicagoHybrid (3 days onsite)

Must Haves:- 3+ years of payroll processing experience- Large Professional Corporate Environment Experience (400+ employee, minimally)- High Volume Processing experience, processing payroll for at minimum 400 people.- Multi-state payroll experience.- MS Proficient, particularly Excel

Preferred:- Law firm experience- ADP Workforce Now- PeopleSoft experience

Job Description:The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll data and providing customer service related to payroll questions. Duties and Responsibilities:Process bi-weekly transfer of payroll to ADP WorkForce Now.Compiles and inputs payroll data including taxes, bonuses, deductions, and time and attendance system (WorkForce).Set up, calculate and maintain employee wage garnishments.Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws.Audits HR interface for accuracy with payroll records.Reviews data entry performed by self and peers.Collaborates with HR and other departments to ensure accuracy of payroll data.Files payroll records into HR database.Run bi-weekly, quarterly, and yearly reports.Assist with year-end processes and reporting needs.Assist in handling payroll inquiries.Keeping up to date with changing legislation relating to all aspects of payrollSafeguard the departmental information from unauthorized users.Other initiatives and duties as assigned.Qualifications: Education and/or Experience: Required:A minimum of 3 years of payroll processing experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or experienceProficient with Microsoft Office applications including ExcelPreferred:Experience with ADP based applications such as WorkForce NowExperience with Report Writer and Rapid Runner ReportsExperience with PeopleSoftExperience with WorkForce (Time & Attendance Systems)Experience at a law firm or other professional services environment