Payroll Assistant | Multi-State Payroll & Benefits

GetHired, Inc.; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) Plan

PTO

Paid Holidays

Teladoc

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

ELM Utility Services in Peoria, IL, seeks a Payroll Assistant to support payroll operations at our corporate headquarters. You will process payroll changes, help employees, and ensure tax and wage data are accurate across multiple states.

This in-office role runs 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday–Friday, and requires at least 1 year of payroll or HR experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of previous administrative, HR or payroll experience.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPS, pivot tables) is essential.
• Must exercise discretion and maintain strict confidentiality due to the sensitive nature of the role.
• Attention to detail and accuracy is imperative.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• High school diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Enter payroll changes including tax updates, direct deposit changes, reimbursements, and deductions.
• Review wage garnishment information and coordinate with the PEO to update records.
• Respond to employee payroll questions and provide required forms.
• Coordinate with onboarding and benefits to ensure payroll reflects new hires and elections.
• Assist with final pay processing for departing employees.
• Verify state and local tax setups for employees across jurisdictions.
• Perform regular audits of payroll data for accuracy.
• Generate payroll reports and related documentation.
• Communicate pay information to employees and management in a timely manner.
• Transfer hard copies to the EDMS.

Skills

Excel

Discretion

Attention to detail

Drug screening

Background check

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ELM Utility Services in Peoria, IL, seeks a Payroll Assistant to support payroll operations at our corporate headquarters. You will process payroll changes, help employees, and ensure tax and wage data are accurate across multiple states.

This in-office role runs 8:00 am–5:00 pm, Monday–Friday, and requires at least 1 year of payroll or HR experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.