Remote Payroll Specialist (Union & Compliance)

LRS; Rosemont (IL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

LRS is seeking a Payroll Administrator to manage weekly payroll for 2,200+ employees, including salary, hourly-union, and non-union staff. You will ensure compliance with wage laws, handle union deductions, and maintain accurate records in a fast-paced office environment.

The role requires 3+ years in payroll with major software (ADP, Paylocity, Paycor, Workday, Paychex) and strong Excel/Word skills. Hybrid work options may apply; confidentiality and initiative are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of payroll processing experience using major payroll software such as ADP, Paylocity, Paycom, Paycor, Workday or Paychex.

Responsibilities

• Respond to employee and manager inquiries submitted through the ticketing system, ensuring timely resolution within SLAs and payroll processing timelines.
• Process weekly payroll for approximately 2,200+ employees across multiple pay groups (salary, hourly-union, hourly-non-union).
• Review time entries for accuracy and compliance with labor laws and union regulations.
• Process LOA payments and apply various union-related deductions as required.
• Audit payroll data to identify and resolve discrepancies prior to final submission.
• Calculate and report monthly union contributions; ensure timely and accurate payment processing per union schedules.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreements to ensure proper payroll execution and union payment compliance.
• Monitor payroll operations to ensure adherence to federal, state, local tax regulations, and union requirements.
• Respond to wage garnishments, tax levies, court-ordered deductions, bankruptcies, and employment verifications in compliance with law.
• Assist with other payroll related projects as assigned.

Skills

Payroll regulations

FLSA knowledge

Attention to detail

Data entry accuracy

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

ADP Lyric Time & Attendance

Excel

Word

Job description

LRS is seeking a Payroll Administrator to manage weekly payroll for 2,200+ employees, including salary, hourly-union, and non-union staff. You will ensure compliance with wage laws, handle union deductions, and maintain accurate records in a fast-paced office environment.

The role requires 3+ years in payroll with major software (ADP, Paylocity, Paycor, Workday, Paychex) and strong Excel/Word skills. Hybrid work options may apply; confidentiality and initiative are essential.