Payroll Analyst

Lurie Children's; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO & holidays

Retirement plan (403(b) with match)

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago seeks a Payroll Analyst to support payroll processing across departments, ensuring compliance and accuracy. You will interact with HR teams and manage off-cycle and production payroll inputs with a focus on confidentiality and data integrity.

The role requires strong organizational skills, 4+ years of payroll experience, and knowledge of tax regulations. A bachelor’s degree is preferred; W orkday experience is expected.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with 4+ years payroll experience.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred with 2+ years payroll experience.
• Knowledge of IRS tax rules and regulations a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists with processing payroll for exempt and non-exempt staff for off-cycle and production payroll.
• Assists with processing payroll inputs and uploads into Workday and resolve payroll issues.
• Help prepare and maintain payroll practices and procedures.

Skills

Payroll processing

Analytical skills

Confidentiality

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's in accounting/finance

Tools

Workday

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Location Olympia Center

Job Description

General Summary: The Payroll Analyst supports the processing of Lurie Children’s payroll, interfacing with various teams within the Human Resources department, and ensures compliance with regulations while coordinating diverse work processes.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists with processing reports for processing of payroll for all existing exempt and non-exempt staff for both off-cycle and production payroll.
• Assists with processing payroll inputs and payroll uploads into Workday Research and resolve payroll issues with an emphasis on analytical expertise.
• Understands business objectives and help prepare, write, and maintain payroll practices and procedures.
• Assists with preparation and audit of payroll taxes and government reporting, including quarterly, year-end reporting, and Form W-2 processing.
• Assists with processing Child Support, Garnishments, and Tax Levies including correspondence and administering deductions.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

High school diploma or GED with 4 or more years of relevant payroll experience is required; a Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related field with 2 or more years of relevant payroll experience is preferred. Knowledge of IRS tax rules and regulations a plus. Strong organization skills. Ability to demonstrate a strong commitment to customer relationships by taking ownership of issues and ensuring effective outcomes. Time management skills are required to manage multiple, concurrent tasks, meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality. Monitor and adhere to all organizational policies that impact pay. Ability to maintain confidentiality while working with sensitive data.

Education

High School Diploma/GED (Required)

Pay Range

$24.00-$39.24 Hourly

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match
• Various voluntary benefits:
  • Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
  • Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
  • Tuition assistance
  • Student loan servicing and support
  • Adoption benefits
  • Backup Childcare and Eldercare
  • Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
  • Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
  • Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For questions about how to request an accommodation please contact: [e-mail]

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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do.