Hybrid Payroll Specialist — Remote 1–2 Days/Week

Alphaurs Health; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with 3% match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Alpharus Health in Chicago, IL seeks a Payroll Specialist to handle employee lifecycle transactions, maintain payroll records, and respond to payroll inquiries. You will process weekly/biweekly payrolls using UKG Pro and Timekeeping, coordinating with HR to resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance with state regulations.

The role requires attention to detail, confidentiality, and solid Excel/Office skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with accounting coursework.
• Basic payroll knowledge with a willingness to learn and be trained.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and team-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Excel, Office, and payroll/timekeeping systems proficiency.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive payroll information.

Responsibilities

• Process employee lifecycle transactions including new hire paperwork, terminations, and salary changes.
• Maintain accurate electronic employee files and payroll records.
• Manage the payroll mailbox by reviewing and responding to employee inquiries regarding paychecks, deductions, and payroll issues.
• Process garnishments, child support orders, and other required wage deductions in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Prepare and process weekly and biweekly payrolls accurately and on schedule.
• Utilize UKG Pro and UKG Workforce Dimensions (Timekeeping) to review timesheets, validate hours, and ensure accurate payroll inputs.
• Coordinate with HR and managers to resolve discrepancies or missing information prior to payroll processing.
• Make tax payments to individual states and ensure timely filing of all required payroll tax obligations.
• Participate in year-end payroll processes, including W-2 review and distribution.
• Assist with payroll audits, reporting, and other compliance activities as needed.

Skills

Payroll knowledge

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Communication skills

Excel

Tools

UKG Pro

UKG Workforce Dimensions

Job description

Alpharus Health in Chicago, IL seeks a Payroll Specialist to handle employee lifecycle transactions, maintain payroll records, and respond to payroll inquiries. You will process weekly/biweekly payrolls using UKG Pro and Timekeeping, coordinating with HR to resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance with state regulations.

The role requires attention to detail, confidentiality, and solid Excel/Office skills.