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Sidley Austin LLP · 3 days ago

Payroll Specialist

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$65K/yr - $80K/yr

3+ years exp

Sidley Austin LLP is a law firm seeking a Payroll Specialist responsible for processing payroll data and providing customer service related to payroll inquiries. The role involves ensuring compliance with wage laws, auditing payroll records, and collaborating with HR to maintain accurate payroll data.

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Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly transfer of payroll to ADP WorkForce Now

Compiles and inputs payroll data including taxes, bonuses, deductions, and time and attendance system (WorkForce)

Set up, calculate and maintain employee wage garnishments

Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws

Audits HR interface for accuracy with payroll records

Reviews data entry performed by self and peers

Collaborates with HR and other departments to ensure accuracy of payroll data

Files payroll records into HR database

Run bi-weekly, quarterly, and yearly reports

Assist with year-end processes and reporting needs

Assist in handling payroll inquiries

Keeping up to date with changing legislation relating to all aspects of payroll

Safeguard the departmental information from unauthorized users

Other initiatives and duties as assigned

Qualification

Payroll processingADP WorkForce NowMicrosoft ExcelPeopleSoftTime & Attendance SystemsAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detailInterpersonal communicationProblem-solving skills

Required

A minimum of 3 years of payroll processing experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Excel

Strong organizational skills

Strong attention to detail

Good judgment

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others

Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion

Able to work under pressure

Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Preferred

Experience with ADP based applications such as WorkForce Now

Experience with Report Writer and Rapid Runner Reports

Experience with PeopleSoft

Experience with WorkForce (Time & Attendance Systems)

Experience at a law firm or other professional services environment

Benefits

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits program

Company

Sidley Austin LLP

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Sidley is an elite global law firm.

Founded in 1866

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.sidley.com

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