Payroll Specialist

$60,000 - $70,000/Yr

Lauterbach & Amen, Llp - Naperville, IL

Full-time

Naperville, IL

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Lauterbach & Amen, LLP is seeking a full-time Payroll Specialist to join their Client Accounting & Advisory practice. This role involves overseeing the full-cycle payroll process, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations, and serving as a liaison between departments regarding payroll functions. The position is based in Naperville, IL, and offers a supportive work culture along with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of full-cycle payroll process including flow of information from HRIS, payroll and timekeeping systems.
• Ensure the bi-weekly files are created to issue direct deposits, checks, and wire transfers associated with payroll.
• Coordinate with Human Resources department to capture and process payroll updates.
• Act as a liaison to other departments regarding payroll functions and respond to payroll questions.
• Administer and serve as the main point of contact for timekeeping software, payroll system, and payroll check/W-2 software.
• Process approvals for timesheets in a timely manner.
• Create reports, schedules, and shifts, set up supervisors, and review employee changes in systems.
• Responsible for compliance filings including unemployment monthly and quarterly, federal and state tax returns, quarterly 941's and W-2's.
• Understand government payroll rules and regulations including union contracts.

Requirements

• 3+ years payroll experience, preferably with governmental payroll and union payroll experience.
• Experience working in Tyler New Work is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Desire to work in a team environment.
• Ability to multi-task, establish priorities, and organize efficiently.
• Highly motivated, self-starter.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance