Associate I Payroll

Spectraforce Technologies; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies in North Chicago, IL is seeking an Associate I Payroll to support regular payroll cycles and related tasks. The role requires meticulous data entry, accuracy, and strict confidentiality, with emphasis on timely processing and audits.

The position involves handling new hires, terminations, pay changes, garnishments, and deductions while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree required or considered for full-time opportunities.
• 3 years of payroll experience.
• Basic knowledge of payroll processes, wage and hour laws, and payroll taxes.
• Proficiency with payroll systems (Workday and Kronos is a plus), Microsoft Office, proficient with Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and processing of regular payroll cycles.
• Process new hires, terminations, pay changes, garnishments, and benefit deductions.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and payroll procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.
• Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with company policy and retention requirements.
• Support internal and external payroll audits as needed.

Skills

Payroll software

Kronos

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday

Kronos

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Title: Associate I Payroll

Work Location: North Chicago, IL 60064

Assignment Duration: 12 months

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm

Work Arrangement: 100% onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and processing of regular payroll cycles.
• Process new hires, terminations, pay changes, garnishments, and benefit deductions.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and payroll procedures.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.
• Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with company policy and retention requirements.
• Support internal and external payroll audits as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree to be considered for full-time opportunities.
• 3 years of payroll experience.
• Basic knowledge of payroll processes, wage and hour laws, and payroll taxes.
• Proficiency with payroll systems (Workday and Kronos is a plus), Microsoft Suites, proficient with Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.