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Jenner & Block · 13 hours ago

Payroll Specialist

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$65K/yr - $80K/yr

2+ years exp

Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm known for its global reach and commitment to justice. The Payroll Specialist will assist in the accurate processing of payrolls for US and UK staff, collaborate with HR and finance teams, and prepare various management reports.

Legal

Culture & Values

Responsibilities

Accurate and timely preparation of the semi-monthly and monthly disbursement of multi-state and international payrolls including garnishments, benefits and taxes to firm personnel consistent with federal, international and state wage and hour laws

Oversight of weekly timesheet submissions, approvals, and leaves of absence for non-exempt and exempt staff

“True-up” calculations for semi-monthly non-exempt payroll

CSV file upload to ADP Workforce Now (bill backs / personal charges, etc.)

Implementation of wage garnishment requests

Management of the payroll inbox and timely resolution of payroll-related inquiries (taxes, calculations, direct deposits)

Preparation of relevant management reports, including monthly, quarterly and year-end reports (gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions, etc.)

Maintenance of accurate and complete documentation of Payroll standard operating procedures

Compilation of information needed for annual audits

Collaborate with the Sr. Payroll Analyst and FP&A team in the accurate and timely preparation of the monthly US and UK partner draws and special distributions

Work closely with Human Resources and Benefits department on deductions and adjustments

Prepare all US & UK payroll-related journal entries, output reports, and wire transfer requests

Supply statistical information to financial analysts for budget purposes

Collaborate with Human Resources and Finance departments in the preparation and completion of surveys applicable to payroll area (e.g. Bureau of Labor and Statistics Reports)

Serve as the Sr. Payroll Analyst back-up

Provide timesheet training for new staff hires and new time approvers

Qualification

ADP Workforce NowPayroll processingBachelor’s degreeLegal industry experienceCustomer serviceCollaboration skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detail