Payroll Specialist
LaSalle Network is partnering with our client to hire a Payroll Specialist for an on-site contract opportunity in Chicago, Illinois. This Payroll Specialist will support a busy restaurant/hospitality environment and will be responsible for processing weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles, including tips and mixed employee types (hourly, salaried). This is an exciting Payroll Specialist role because you will have direct C-suite exposure, a steady and predictable cadence tied to alternating payroll schedules, and the chance to make an immediate impact by ensuring the team is fully supported especially during the holiday season.
Responsibilities
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Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll, including payroll for tipped employees, salaried employees, and hourly employees.
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Manage payroll administration and respond to staff payroll questions in a pleasant, professional, and solutions-oriented manner.
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Support payroll processing across two alternating schedules (including Illinois and Florida payroll weeks) and adjust workload accordingly.
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Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to resolve payroll issues and ensure accurate, timely processing.
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Assist with general accounting exposure tied to payroll operations, including light AP/AR support as needed.
Qualifications
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1+ year of payroll processing experience using Toast.
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1+ year of experience working with Restaurant365.
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2+ years of overall payroll experience (restaurant/hospitality experience strongly preferred).
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Ability to handle the administrative and customer-service side of payroll, including frequent staff communication and problem solving.
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Ability to work through key holiday periods (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s) without extensive planned time off.
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Comfortable in an independent, small-office environment with direct leadership interaction.
Key Details
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Employment Type: Contract
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Compensation: $30 – $40 per hour
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Benefits (Contract): LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit: https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/
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Location: Chicago, Illinois
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Work Model: On-site
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Mikayla McGovern
Recruiter
Consultant Resources | LaSalle Network
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