Office of the Illinois State Treasurer · 1 day ago
Payroll Coordinator
Springfield, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$65K/yr - $70K/yr
3+ years expThe Office of the Illinois State Treasurer is seeking a Payroll Coordinator responsible for accurately processing payroll and maintaining employee pay records. This role ensures compliance with policies and regulations while administering payroll and benefits functions, and serves as a key contact for employees regarding payroll-related matters.
Financial Services
Responsibilities
Enters, maintains, and processes payroll actions in the CMS Central Payroll System—including appointments, separations, transfers, salary adjustments ensuring accurate and timely data entry, verification, and reconciliation in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies
Assists with benefit administration, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and maintenance of benefit records
Evaluates and calculates payroll and benefit-related transitions and makes recommendations
Coordinates with vendors and internal partners regarding payroll and benefits-related matters
Prepares and maintains payroll records, benefits, and HR transactions
Supports audit and compliance efforts by compiling documentation, responding to requests, and ensuring records are accurate and complete
Assists with employee data reporting, reconciliations, and routine HR analytics
Responds to employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and basic HR policies
Assists in answering Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests as related to HR records
Supports payroll functions by assisting with new hire onboarding and employee separation processes, ensuring accurate and timely updates to employee records
Monitors and reconciles insurance and payroll data through reporting, identifying discrepancies and ensuring records are up to date
Performs other related duties as assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the position
Qualification
Required
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly with payroll and data entry
Good problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze issues and escalate appropriately
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Ability to maintain positive working relationships and communicate effectively with all levels of staff and the general public
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with coursework in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field
Three (3) to five (5) years of professional human resources experience with an emphasis on payroll processing and administration
Experience with the Illinois Central Payroll System is preferred
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position
Preferred
Experience with the Illinois Central Payroll System
Company
Office of the Illinois State Treasurer
The Illinois State Treasurer’s Office is dedicated to protecting the state’s portfolio, ensuring the liquidity of all investments, and consistently producing earnings at or above industry standards.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
JJ Hanley
Deputy Chief Officer - Financial Products
Recent News
2025-11-18
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