Payroll Specialist - Chicago, United States - Sidley Austin LLP

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Description

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


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Process biweekly 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 biweekly, quarterly, and yearly reports.
  • Assist with yearend 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:

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

  • A minimum of 3 years of payroll processing experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Preferred:

  • 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:

  • 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

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