Payroll Clerk jobs in Chicago, IL

This Is Who We Are

Overview

The Payroll Clerk works closely with the Payroll Manager, Payroll Specialist, and Human Resources to drive the in-house payroll process. This includes gathering payroll data, correcting discrepancies, inputting information into payroll systems, and detailed auditing. The Payroll Clerk will research and resolve payroll discrepancies in a thorough and timely manner, and respond to employee inquiries in a positive, timely and professional manner as well as perform numerous audits to help ensure accurate pay.

Responsibilities

Responsibility Area: Process payroll cycles for 2,500 employees in multiple states, following weekly and biweekly pay schedules

• Ensure all employee and timesheet information is accurate for weekly payroll for hourly employees and biweekly payroll for salaried employees
• Track down missing documentation and information and resolve discrepancies with payroll data
• Audit payroll data such as incorrect status, rate, etc, and take action to correct
• Input payroll data; review and research any payroll irregularities to bring to a resolution

Responsibility Area: Support field HR teams and assist employees in a positive and professional manner with their payroll inquiries

• Respond to employee payroll-related inquiries; research and coordinate any necessary payroll corrections
• Work with field HR to ensure proper documentation and accuracy of payroll data
• Administer Kronos training for employees, managers and field HR

Responsibility Area: Process final paychecks in accordance with state laws

• Calculate and issue final paychecks for California terminations on an ongoing basis
• Work with field HR to ensure compliance with final pay regulations in all states

Responsibility Area: Other projects as assigned

• Understand and assist with the implementation of new policies and procedures determined by HR or relevant labor law
• Provide ad hoc reporting as requested by Finance leadership and other cross-functional partners
• Other projects as assigned

This position requires little to no travel. 

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or other characteristics needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• 1-2 years of relevant payroll experience
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Google products, specifically Excel
• ADP Workforce Now and/or Kronos Workforce Ready experience a plus
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm for the job, with a focus on execution and results
• Demonstrates professionalism and maintains confidentiality of employee and company information at all times
• Detail oriented, organized and be able to juggle multiple tasks and communicate effectively
• Able to work well under pressure and have a sense of urgency to make payroll deadlines
• Ability to identify issues, problem solve and follow through to resolution

Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000

More About Us

Perks and benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – benefits start the 1st day of the month following your start date
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and Long Term Disability
• 401(k) Employer match
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for qualified Medical, Dependent Care, Parking, or Transit expenses
• Flexible paid time off (PTO) policy, holidays and sick time
• Generous Parental Leave
• State-of-the-art office in the historic Old Post Office building in downtown Chicago, close to multiple Metra and CTA options, and amenities such as a food court, onsite gym, and communal rooftop space
• Discounts on Home Chef meal kits and at Kroger stores
• Casual dress in a fun, friendly, and collaborative work environment

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How We Work Together

We are humble team players. We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.

We are pragmatic next-level thinkers.We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking.

We take ownership.We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.

Be at Home at Home Chef

We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you’ll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace.

We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at hr@homechef.com.

Home Chef is an equal opportunity employer.

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