Payroll Specialist – To $65K – Chicago, IL – Job # 3597b

The Symicor Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Incentives

Job summary

A boutique talent acquisition firm is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Chicago, IL. This role involves administering payroll processing, ensuring compliance with legal and tax regulations, and managing employee benefit plans. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary of up to $65K plus incentives and excellent benefits, with no remote work options.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience.
• Accounting and GL experience preferred.
• Benefit administration background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer payroll processing and tax filing.
• Ensure accuracy of salary changes and deductions.
• Maintain compliance with legal requirements.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Attention to detail

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Extensive payroll knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Experience with payroll software (ADP)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field

Tools

ADP

Job description

Payroll Specialist – To $65K – Chicago, IL – Job # 3597b

Who We Are

The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Schaumburg, IL & Rockport, TX. Our unique value proposition centers around providing the best available banking and accounting talent, with many of our recruiters being former bankers or accountants.

We excel at evaluating top banking and accounting talent in the market. Whether you're a candidate seeking a new opportunity or a company looking to fill a key position, The Symicor Group is ready to deliver premium results for you.

The Position

Our community bank client is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Chicago, IL. The successful candidate will handle preparing, disbursing, maintaining, and reviewing payroll, salary adjustments, payroll taxes, and the year-end process, along with acting as administrator for all employee benefit plans.

The role offers a salary of up to $65K, plus incentives and excellent benefits. (This is not a remote position)

Responsibilities include:

• Administer payroll processing, tax filing, and benefit programs including medical, dental, vision, disability, FSA, paid leave, 401k, and ESOP.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of salary/hourly changes, deductions, taxes, and garnishments.
• Maintain time and attendance records ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
• Update deduction and leave codes in ADP as needed.
• Participate in benefit renewal meetings and coordinate staff presentations.
• Reconcile monthly benefit invoices and maintain benefit records.
• Distribute benefit plan documents and employee communications.
• Oversee use of leave, including FMLA and other absences.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements (ERISA, COBRA, HIPAA, FMLA, IRS, FLSA).
• Meet all tax deadlines and procedures accurately.
• Administer 401(k) and ESOP plans, including testing and contributions.
• Manage leave accruals and run payroll reports.
• Calculate final pay and benefits for terminated employees.
• Oversee Workers’ Compensation claims and COBRA continuation.
• Process annual W2 and 1094/1095 forms.
• Adhere to laws and policies to minimize risk.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Who Are You?

You seek to influence your development and pursue your passions. You view a job title as a starting point for growth, not a final definition of who you are.

Skills and experience include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of related experience required.
• Accounting and GL experience preferred.
• Benefit administration background preferred.
• Extensive payroll knowledge, including taxes and internal controls.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and payroll software, especially ADP.

The next step is yours. Please email your current resume along with the position you are considering to us.