Payroll Specialist

Hunter Super Techs - TurnPoint; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Hybrid work

Benefits package

401(k)

Job summary

The Parking Spot in Chicago is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our payroll team. You will process weekly payroll for 2,000+ employees across multiple states, audit data in UKG Pro, and ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies.

Hybrid work in downtown Chicago with career growth, plus benefits including medical, vision, dental, and a 401(k). You’ll collaborate with Finance and HR to maintain data integrity and improve payroll processes.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years payroll experience with hourly workforce.
• Experience using UKG Pro for payroll processing.
• Detail-oriented with strong data accuracy in HR/payroll data.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and issue weekly payroll for 2,000+ employees across multiple states.
• Review and audit payroll data in UKG Pro; investigate discrepancies and coordinate with management.
• Audit and approve timecard changes in Workforce Management; monitor timesheet and leave requests.
• Generate payroll reports and support internal/external reporting needs; assist with post-payroll duties and GL preparation.
• Manage payroll inbox and ensure data accuracy, deductions, and timely responses to requests.

Skills

Payroll processing

Time management

Data accuracy

Customer service

Attention to detail

UKG Pro knowledge

Tools

UKG Pro

Workforce Management

Job description

Payroll Specialist | Full-TimeWith more than 25 years in business, The Parking Spot has grown into the largest near-airport parking company in the United States with over 2,000 valued team members across over 40 locations nationwide. We are proud to offer an Employee Ownership Program, allowing every team member the opportunity to receive a direct financial stake in The Parking Spot’s success. As employee owners, every one of us plays a part in providing exceptional service to our guests across the country.What makes working at The Parking Spot so special? We’ve built a culture of support, fun, and camaraderie that empowers us to be the most innovative company in the parking industry. As a nationwide business with a small business feel, there are endless opportunities within The Parking Spot to grow your career. Come join us and see how we leverage people and technology to deliver a superior product, outshine our competition, and find creative and innovative solutions to everyday problems.Salary Range: $65000 per hour - $70000 per hourWhat we offer:Participation in and financial benefit from our shared employee ownership programHybrid work experience in downtown ChicagoCareer development and growth opportunitiesAbility to gain exposure to all areas of the businessGreat benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental and a 401k planAnnual discretionary bonus programTeam oriented, fun and friendly work environmentImmediate opportunity to make a large impactPosition Summary:The Parking Spot’s is now hiring for a newly created Payroll Specialist role to join our Payroll team in Chicago! In this role, you’ll gain exposure to payroll, audits, and reconciliation processes for an organization with 2,000+ employees in a multistate environment.Key Responsibilities:Process and issue weekly payroll, ensuring timely and accurate updates, adjustments and compliance with internal policiesReview and audit payroll data in UKG, investigate discrepancies, calculate retroactive payments, and coordinate with management to resolve issuesAudit and approve timecard changes in the Workforce Management system; monitor timesheet and leave request status, and follow up on missing or unapproved entriesGenerate payroll reports, conduct regular data audits, and support internal and external reporting needsResponsible for post-payroll duties including but not limited to, assembling the general ledger report, storing payroll registers and communicating with Controller and Finance partnersManage the payroll inbox by responding to administrative tasks and requests including resetting passwords, reviewing the accuracy of all data and deductions, and ensuring properManage uncashed check and rapid pay card processesKnowledge, Skills & Experience Required:2-3 years of experience processing payroll with an hourly workforceAt least 1 year of experience with UKG Pro and Workforce ManagementDetail-oriented with respect to payroll and HR dataOrganized individual with strong follow-through skillsExcellent interpersonal skills and willingness to help a large employee baseProven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize workload in a busy environment______Any disclosed pay range is based on a consideration of neutral factors and criteria such as required qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, seniority, etc. The Parking Spot reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant a salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant’s qualifications, experience, education, skill, training, certifications, or seniority.At The Parking Spot, we don’t just accept difference - we celebrate and seek it. We believe a diverse, inclusive, and equitable company is one where all employees, partners, and customers are welcome, supported, and valued. As a company in the travel industry, we witness the power of bringing individuals from different backgrounds and communities together. We treat all others with dignity and respect and stand firmly against racism and discrimination in any form. We intentionally develop diverse teams and relationships to ensure all voices are heard and to foster equal opportunity for all. We are committed to listening, learning, and growing because we know that our work is never done.