Payroll Specialist

O'Hagan Meyer•Chicago, IL

7d•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

O’Hagan Meyer is a dynamic and growing Law Firm committed to providing practical, innovative and exceptional litigation and advisory services to our clients. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator with extensive experience in managing payroll for multi-state employees, including but not limited to Illinois, California and New York. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of payroll processes, tax laws, and employment regulations across multiple jurisdictions.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in payroll administration.
Expertise in multi-state payroll, including knowledge of California and New York employment laws.
Strong knowledge of payroll software (e.g., ADP, UKG, Paycom, etc.).
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Deep understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws, with particular emphasis on California and New York payroll and employment regulations.
Experience with payroll tax filings and year-end reporting (W-2, W-3, 941, 940, etc.).
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in managing large amounts of data.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively address employee inquiries and resolve issues.
Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or related field is required.

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage payroll for multi-state employees, including Illinois, California, and New York.
Ensure compliance with payroll processes, tax laws, and employment regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
Handle payroll tax filings and year-end reporting (W-2, W-3, 941, 940, etc.).
Address employee inquiries and resolve payroll-related issues.
Manage large amounts of data with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Handle confidential information with integrity and professionalism.
Work independently or as part of a team.