AMS Staffing Inc.
Senior Payroll Specialist- 3383530
AMS Staffing Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Job Title:
Senior Payroll Specialist
Location:
Chicago IL 60601
Salary/Payrate:
$70K-$95K annually and AWESOME benefits!!!
Work Environment:
Hybrid (2days WFH)
Term:
Permanent / Fulltime
Bachelor’s degree required:
No
Referral Fee:
AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired
Job Description
Under the direct supervision of the Payroll Manager, the Senior Payroll Specialist will coordinate and oversee the day to day payroll responsibilities for all domestic and international offices. The Senior Payroll Specialist handles all areas of Payroll processing including but not limited to reporting, UTM Time and attendance administration, documentation of procedures, maintenance of earning/deduction and pay codes and accountability for accurate payroll audits and controls. The Senior Payroll Specialist will ensure that pay is processed on time, accurately and in compliance with government regulations.
As a Senior Payroll Specialist, your duties will include but not be limited to:
Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely, in accordance with processing deadlines Validate and process system updates such as new hires, separations and changes to pay rates in a timely and accurate manner Reconcile payroll reports to the source information and validate all entries prior to transmission Oversee inquires and requests related to preparation and distribution of payroll Ensure compliance with federal, state and local payroll, wage and hour laws and best practices Partner with the Payroll Manager and Accounting Department as needed to reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies Generate Ad Hoc Reports as required Compute and process manual/off cycle Bank wire requests Maintain employee payroll records Maintain security and extreme confidentiality of payroll information Provide process improvement recommendations Update and maintain documentation of department processes, procedures and controls Handle department projects and audits as assigned Facilitate audits by providing records and documentation to auditors
Skills & Competencies
Strong working knowledge of payroll best practices Strong knowledge of federal, multi-state and international regulations Strong work ethic and high degree of professionalism Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills Decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skill Ability to demonstrate solid logic, detailed analysis, attention to detail, alertness, and a sense of urgency on a regular basis Requires good follow-up, accuracy, and record keeping skills Ability to perform all duties with minimal supervision Flexibility to adjust hours to meet operating needs Proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite programs and reporting, including but not limited to XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP’s, PIVOT TABLES, SUMIFS etc. Experience processing multiple Payroll Groups Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines High degree of initiative, confidentiality, mature judgement and discretion Knowledge of related tax rules and regulations Strong sense of urgency, accountability and result oriented Superior detail orientation: values accuracy and has high standards around quality of work Operate with strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Having the ability to analyze, interpret, and respond to the payroll data Be proactive on deliverables and reporting to departments Ability to collaborate, be a team player, flexible, adaptable, and approachable
Qualifications & Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred Minimum of 5-7 years of payroll experience required Experience processing multi-state and international payrolls required Experience processing multiple payroll frequencies Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines Prior Processing experience with UKG is Required Prior International Processing experience a plus FPC or CPP a plus
Seniority level
Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Senior Payroll Specialist
Location:
Chicago IL 60601
Salary/Payrate:
$70K-$95K annually and AWESOME benefits!!!
Work Environment:
Hybrid (2days WFH)
Term:
Permanent / Fulltime
Bachelor’s degree required:
No
Referral Fee:
AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired
Job Description
Under the direct supervision of the Payroll Manager, the Senior Payroll Specialist will coordinate and oversee the day to day payroll responsibilities for all domestic and international offices. The Senior Payroll Specialist handles all areas of Payroll processing including but not limited to reporting, UTM Time and attendance administration, documentation of procedures, maintenance of earning/deduction and pay codes and accountability for accurate payroll audits and controls. The Senior Payroll Specialist will ensure that pay is processed on time, accurately and in compliance with government regulations.
As a Senior Payroll Specialist, your duties will include but not be limited to:
Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely, in accordance with processing deadlines Validate and process system updates such as new hires, separations and changes to pay rates in a timely and accurate manner Reconcile payroll reports to the source information and validate all entries prior to transmission Oversee inquires and requests related to preparation and distribution of payroll Ensure compliance with federal, state and local payroll, wage and hour laws and best practices Partner with the Payroll Manager and Accounting Department as needed to reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies Generate Ad Hoc Reports as required Compute and process manual/off cycle Bank wire requests Maintain employee payroll records Maintain security and extreme confidentiality of payroll information Provide process improvement recommendations Update and maintain documentation of department processes, procedures and controls Handle department projects and audits as assigned Facilitate audits by providing records and documentation to auditors
Skills & Competencies
Strong working knowledge of payroll best practices Strong knowledge of federal, multi-state and international regulations Strong work ethic and high degree of professionalism Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills Decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skill Ability to demonstrate solid logic, detailed analysis, attention to detail, alertness, and a sense of urgency on a regular basis Requires good follow-up, accuracy, and record keeping skills Ability to perform all duties with minimal supervision Flexibility to adjust hours to meet operating needs Proficiency in all Microsoft Office Suite programs and reporting, including but not limited to XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP’s, PIVOT TABLES, SUMIFS etc. Experience processing multiple Payroll Groups Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines High degree of initiative, confidentiality, mature judgement and discretion Knowledge of related tax rules and regulations Strong sense of urgency, accountability and result oriented Superior detail orientation: values accuracy and has high standards around quality of work Operate with strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Having the ability to analyze, interpret, and respond to the payroll data Be proactive on deliverables and reporting to departments Ability to collaborate, be a team player, flexible, adaptable, and approachable
Qualifications & Required Experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred Minimum of 5-7 years of payroll experience required Experience processing multi-state and international payrolls required Experience processing multiple payroll frequencies Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines Prior Processing experience with UKG is Required Prior International Processing experience a plus FPC or CPP a plus
Seniority level
Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Human Resources Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AMS Staffing Inc. by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Senior Payroll Specialist” roles.
Chicago, IL $70,000.00-$95,000.00 1 day ago Chicago, IL $75,700.00-$94,620.00 18 hours ago Chicago, IL $113,740.00-$150,647.20 20 hours ago Chicago, IL $100,000.00-$110,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $90,000.00-$120,000.00 1 day ago Sr. Global Payroll Operations Manager - Americas
Chicago, IL $126,700.00-$190,000.00 3 days ago Niles, IL $76,956.00-$96,195.00 1 week ago Lincolnwood, IL $75,000.00-$90,000.00 1 day ago Rosemont, IL $98,000.00-$132,000.00 1 week ago Deerfield, IL $100,000.00-$120,000.00 3 days ago Oak Brook, IL $95.00-$110,000.00 1 day ago HR Services (Benefits & Payroll) Manager
Chicago, IL $145,000.00-$165,000.00 1 week ago Accounting Manager - Partner Payroll and Support Services
Chicago, IL $117,740.00-$194,040.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $90,000.00-$105,000.00 1 week ago Oakbrook Terrace, IL $80,000.00-$95,000.00 3 weeks ago Interim Payroll Supervisor, Accounting Advisory & Outsourcing - Strategic Resources
Payroll and Workforce Management Advisory Manager
Chicago, IL $130,800.00-$241,000.00 2 weeks ago Westmont, IL $150,000.00-$170,000.00 1 week ago Chicago, IL $59,630.00-$71,550.00 1 day ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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