Payroll Associate

Aston Carter•Tinley Park, IL

3d•$25 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team. This role is responsible for processing weekly and bi-weekly payroll for both hourly and salaried employees while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality. The ideal candidate will have experience with payroll processing, strong knowledge of payroll regulations, and hands-on experience using ADP Vantage.

Requirements

Experience processing payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
Hands-on experience with ADP Vantage is required.
Knowledge of payroll tax regulations, deductions, garnishments, and payroll compliance.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
Effective communication and customer service skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
0-5 years of payroll experience.
Experience working with Workday or similar HRIS/payroll systems.
Exposure to payroll audits, reconciliations, and year-end processing.

Responsibilities

Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees in a timely and accurate manner.
Review and validate employee timekeeping records, payroll data, and payroll transactions.
Utilize ADP Vantage to maintain payroll records and process employee payroll changes.
Research, analyze, and resolve payroll discrepancies, timecard exceptions, and employee payroll inquiries.
Process employee deductions, garnishments, direct deposits, tax updates, and other payroll-related transactions.
Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations, and year-end payroll reporting activities.
Collaborate with Human Resources to ensure employee data changes are accurately reflected in payroll systems.
Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive employee and payroll information.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance payroll accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.