Accounting & Finance/Payroll / Benefits

LHH

$70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per Year

South Holland, Illinois

Permanent

Payroll / Benefits

Accounting & Finance

LHH is partnering with a well-established organization in South Holland, IL to hire an experienced Payroll Specialist. This is a direct hire opportunity offering job stability and a comprehensive benefits package. The ideal candidate will bring at least 10 years of payroll experience and a strong command of payroll compliance and tax regulations.

Details:

Title- Payroll Specialist
Rate- $70-$80k
Schedule- 100% Onsite in South Holland, IL
Position Type-Direct Hire

Payroll Specialist – Key Responsibilities:

Manage end-to-end payroll processing for weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly cycles.
Ensure accurate calculation and withholding of federal/state taxes, Social Security, unemployment, and workers’ compensation.
Reconcile payroll-related accounts, including tax and lien accounts.
Handle wage garnishments and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
Process manual checks, stop payments, reissues, and duplicate W-2 requests.
Enter and update employee data for new hires, terminations, and payroll adjustments.
Record monthly payroll journal entries and generate direct deposit files.
Support accounts payable/receivable functions including invoice processing and reconciliation.
Collaborate with operations and participate in special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in payroll or accounting.
Minimum of 7 years in payroll administration (10+ years preferred).
Knowledge of Union Payroll Processing is preferred
Experience with ADP Workforce Now is highly preferred.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Team-oriented with a structured and professional work approach.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

If you are interested in this role, we want to hear from you! If you are interested in being considered for this role or any other accounting or finance opportunities with LHH Recruitment Solutions, formerly Accounting Principals, please click "apply" below.

Pay Details: $70,000.00 to $80,000.00 per year

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