Payroll Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a healthcare organization in Downers Grove, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position is designed to provide dependable payroll coverage during a leave period and is expected to begin shortly after Labor Day. The assignment is anticipated to run for approximately 3–4 months, with the possibility of extension based on business needs. The ideal candidate will bring strong Paycom expertise, multi-state payroll knowledge, and the ability to step in quickly to keep payroll operations accurate, compliant, and on schedule.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee biweekly payroll processing for approximately 130 employees, ensuring all payments are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Administer payroll activities across multiple states and support payroll needs for five separate business entities.
• Use Paycom to enter, audit, and maintain payroll data while keeping employee records current and organized.
• Examine payroll details for inconsistencies, investigate issues, and correct errors before finalizing each payroll cycle.
• Apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations to help maintain full compliance in all processing activities.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee payroll inquiries and provide timely support to resolve pay-related concerns.
• Protect sensitive employee and compensation information by handling records with a high level of confidentiality.
• Provide assistance with benefits-related tasks and additional human resources support when needed.
• Partner with team members during onboarding and knowledge transfer to ensure a smooth handoff and continuity of payroll operations.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of payroll experience, including end-to-end payroll processing responsibilities.
• Hands-on experience managing multi-state payroll using Paycom is required.
• Prior success processing biweekly payroll accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting payroll for multiple companies or business entities is strongly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies efficiently.
• Solid organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Clear communication skills and sound judgment when handling confidential employee information.

Compensation

$25.00-$30.00 Hourly

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