at Jones Lang LaSalle in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Payroll Administration:
Manage end-to-end payroll processes, including data entry, calculations, and deductions for multiple states.
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local tax requirements.
Validate payroll data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Legal teams to resolve any payroll-related issues or discrepancies.
Stay up to date with changing payroll laws and regulations.
Answers employee payroll inquiries in a fast and efficient timeframe
Data Analysis and Reporting:
Analyze payroll data to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas for improvement.
Generate required adhoc and standardized reports.
Conduct audits to validate the accuracy and integrity of payroll data.
Provide insights and recommendations to management based on data analysis.
Process Improvement:
Identify opportunities for streamlining payroll processes, improving efficiency, and enhancing data integrity.
Participate in system enhancements and upgrades, providing input on payroll system requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as HR, Finance, and Legal, to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll processing, with a focus on multi-state payroll administration.
Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
Proficiency in payroll software and systems specifically SAP GV ADP and Workday.
Excellent analytical skills with a high attention to detail.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll information.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is a plus.
JLL Is an Equal Opportunity Employer JLL is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. JLL strongly believes in equal opportunity extended to all individuals in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, layoff, recall and termination without regard to race, color, religion, belief, creed, age, sex, pregnancy or maternity (including childbirth and related conditions), family responsibility (e.g. child care, elder care), nationality, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, veteran’s status, genetic information, trade union membership, social position, political view or status as a qualified individual with a disability, protected leave status or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable law. The company also endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business and ensures that employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements.
