at Robert Half in Evanston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description We are offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for a Payroll Administrator in Evanston, Illinois. This role is within the manufacturing industry and requires on-site work. As a Payroll Administrator, you will be tasked with a variety of responsibilities, including managing payroll administration, HR operations, and various projects.
Responsibilities:
- Handle all aspects of onsite weekly and bi-weekly payroll administration in accordance with company policies, practices, and procedures as well as federal and state regulations.
- Investigate and resolve all employee questions or concerns regarding payroll.
- Manage all 401k administration including employee contributions, company match, compliance testing, etc.
- Reconcile PTO plans and assist with payroll reconciliations and audits.
- Complete verification of employment requests and maintain integrity of voluntary deductions for employees on leave.
- Maintain accurate records within HRIS system and prepare any necessary reports.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll and employment laws and regulations, and recommend payroll process improvements and best practices.
- Contribute to HR operations through assigned task or project completion.
- Assist in new employee onboarding and help HR team to develop and implement HR policies and trainings.
- Participate in facilitating company events and perform other duties as assigned.
Key Skills:
- Proficiency in ADP – Financial Services, ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, Kronos Timekeeping System, Microsoft Excel.
- Knowledge of 401k – RRSP Administration, About Time, Accounting Functions, Benefit Functions, Check Processing. Requirements – Proficiency in using ADP – Financial Services and ADP Workforce Now
- Experience with Ceridian and Kronos Timekeeping System
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Familiarity with 401k – RRSP Administration
- Working knowledge of About Time
- Ability to handle Accounting Functions
- Experience with Benefit Functions
- Capable of Check Processing
- Prior experience as a Payroll Administrator or similar role
- Strong numerical and organizational skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
- Detail-oriented and able to work under pressure
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred
- Relevant certification such as Certified Payroll detail oriented (CPP) will be a plus.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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