Payroll Specialist

LAUNCH Technical Workfo; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

401(k) company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

LAUNCH is seeking a Payroll Specialist to process weekly payroll for 1,500+ employees and coordinate with Corporate staff in Oak Brook, IL, ensuring timely, accurate payroll operations across multiple client locations.

The role requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and proficiency in payroll best practices, with ADP experience and MS Office skills preferred. This position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years in a payroll related position.
• Associates degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• ADP Experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process daily payroll department operations.
• Process payroll for 1500+ employees weekly.
• Collect timecards from employees at multiple locations.
• Save all timecards on shared drive for reference.
• Resolve payroll questions and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Process garnishment calculations and unemployment claims.

Skills

Payroll processing

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ADP Experience

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

This position represents LAUNCH internally and externally in a positive and professional manner. This position is primarily responsible for processing payroll on a weekly basis. The Payroll Specialist will have daily communication and coordinate with Corporate (Oak Brook, IL) staff as well as various client locations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform daily payroll department operations
• Consistently, accurately process payroll for up to 1500+ employees
• Collect timecards from employees at multiple different locations
• Save all timecards on the shared drive for reference
• Solve issues and answer questions related to payroll, answer inquiries, and enforce company polices
• Complete all employment verification and unemployment claim requests on time
• Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely
• Process correct garnishment calculations and compliance
• Organize and maintain all record keeping including scanning of all data and proper filing within department files
• Provide customer service to all employees, outside customers, and vendors
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Self-starter who can drive accomplishments, with strong organizational skills
• Trustworthy, with attention to confidentiality
• Working knowledge of payroll best practices
• Able to work both independently and in a group
• High energy and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive and dynamic environment
• Strong influencing and reasoning skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent spelling and grammar skills
• Meticulous approach to work with an eye for detail
• Ability to maintain high-quality work and meet strict deadlines
• Strong technical skills; proficiency in Microsoft® Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to adhere to LAUNCH’s Mission and Values

MINIMUM EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 21 years of age
• 2-5 years in a payroll related position
• Previous experience in an office setting preferred
• ADP Experience is a plus
• Associates degree required, Bachelor’s degree preferred

On to top of competitive compensation, if you join our team, you’ll receive the following benefits:

• Paid holidays, vacation, sick, and parental leave
• 401(k) company match
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance, long term and short-term disability and other ancillary plans
• Monthly lunch on LAUNCH
• Anniversary bonus program