Payroll Specialist

at Sidley Austin LLP in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Payroll Specialist
Recruiting Location

US-IL-Chicago

Department 
Accounting
Summary

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll data and providing customer service related to payroll questions. 

Duties and 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. 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Education and/or Experience:
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
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
Other Skills and Abilities:
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
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
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Sidley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, citizenship status, national origin, veteran status and any other factor protected by applicable law.