ELM Utility Services ยท 11 hours ago
Payroll Specialist
Peoria, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expELM Utility Services is experiencing significant growth and is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for their Peoria, Illinois corporate office. The Payroll Specialist will support the Payroll Director in executing payroll operations, ensuring compliance with multi-state tax laws, and assisting employees with payroll inquiries.
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Responsibilities
Assisting with the full-cycle payroll process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution for a workforce of over 1300 employees across multiple states
Enter payroll changes such as pay changes, tax changes, new direct deposit information, reimbursements, and deductions
Respond to employee payroll questions provide necessary information/forms they may need
Work closely with the benefits department to ensure that benefit & deduction information is accurate
Prepare payroll information for separate checks that must be processed timely
Verify and maintain accurate state and local tax setups for employees working in different jurisdictions
Assist with ensuring that all payroll processes are within state-specific wage & hour laws, including, but not limited to overtime rules, sick leave requirements, and final pay regulations
Perform regular audits of payroll data to ensure accuracy
Generate and/or prepare a variety of payroll-related reports that are pertinent to this process
Communicate with employees and all levels of management regarding pay-related information while ensuring that information is being completed timely
Maintain both digital and physical records while ensuring this is being done securely and confidentially
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience handling corporate payroll with a multi-state organization
Must possess a thorough understanding of wage & hour laws, payroll deductions, and taxes
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables) is essential
This individual must exercise extreme caution and confidentiality in all aspects of their position due to the sensitive nature of the role
Attention to detail and accuracy are crucial in this role
Upholding professionalism, a constructive attitude, and a sincere commitment to excel is essential
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and background check
High School Diploma or GED
Preferred
A bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or Business is preferred
Possessing any certifications such as a Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is a plus
Benefits
Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, H.S.A., and Teladoc.
Company Paid Life Insurance up to $50,000.
Paid-Time Off (PTO) to be used for any purpose, including sick time.
6 Paid Holidays
401(k) plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid hands-on training
Annual reviews with potential for increases.
Bonuses for milestone anniversaries
Company
ELM Utility Services
ELM Utility Services specializing in public utility locating helping utilities and contractors find and mark underground infrastructure.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Tiger Infrastructure Partners
2025-11-18Private Equity
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