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Payroll Specialist

$30 - $40 hourly
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Position Type: Contract / Temporary
Work Model: In Office
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Job ID: 162173
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
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Payroll Specialist

LaSalle Network is hiring for a Payroll Specialist with a respected nonprofit organization on Chicago's North Side. If you're a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist who enjoys supporting mission-driven work, this is an opportunity to make a direct impact behind the scenes. This Payroll Specialist role offers the chance to collaborate with HR and Finance while ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.


What's the job?

  • Process biweekly payroll through ADP Workforce Now

  • Audit payroll records, timecards and employee data for accuracy

  • Calculate wages, overtime, deductions and garnishments

  • Respond to employee payroll questions regarding pay, taxes and direct deposits

  • Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies

  • Maintain payroll records for new hires, promotions and terminations

  • Coordinate payroll tax filings and year-end W-2 activities

  • Partner with HR and Finance to ensure accurate payroll data

  • Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and internal procedures


What's needed?

  • 2+ years of payroll processing experience

  • Experience with ADP Workforce Now, ADP RUN or similar ADP platforms

  • Strong knowledge of payroll laws and payroll tax requirements

  • Advanced attention to detail and organizational skills

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office

  • Strong customer service and communication skills

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll information

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred


What's in it for me?

  • $32-$35/hour compensation

  • Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

  • Opportunity to support a meaningful nonprofit mission

  • Collaborative and supportive team environment

  • Hands-on experience with payroll operations and compliance


Key Details

Compensation: $32-$35/hour

Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/ 

Location: North Side of Chicago

Work Model: On-site

If you're a Payroll Specialist seeking a role where your work supports a greater purpose, we'd love to connect with you. Apply today to join an organization making a difference in the Chicago community.

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here

All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.