Payroll Specialist

Eisneramper Llp - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Chicago, IL

1,001-5,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Payroll Specialist at EisnerAmper plays a crucial role in managing payroll processes, ensuring data integrity, and providing exceptional customer service. This position requires expertise in Workday payroll systems and involves collaboration with various departments to support accurate payroll preparation and distribution. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll administration and a commitment to fostering a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the accurate preparation, documentation, distribution, and reconciliation of payroll.
• Assist colleagues with accessing withholding elections, tax elections, pay slips, and year-end documents within Workday.
• Provide guidance and assistance to resolve employee inquiries related to payroll.
• Manage the payroll department's inbox accurately and timely.
• Timely process and maintain records for garnishments, levies, and lock-in letters in Workday.
• Process on-demand payments, direct deposit reversals, stop payments, and stale dated checks.
• Maintain accurate payroll records.
• Work effectively with third-party service providers to identify and resolve issues timely.
• Assist in all year-end reconciliation tasks and preparation of annual documents.
• Complete projects and other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent payroll experience.
• 2 - 5+ years of experience in payroll processing or related role.
• 1+ years of experience in Workday is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong understanding of payroll practices, regulations, and tax laws.
• Highly accountable, team player with a positive attitude.
• Exceptional customer service skills with great communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Teams, and Excel.

Benefits

• Flexible work-life balance
• Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DE&I) initiatives
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Career development opportunities