Payroll Administrator

The Company:

Czarnowski is one of the four studios of the Czarnowski Collective. It combines operations strategy design and fabrication to create exhibits and events that engage communities generate brand enthusiasm and educate consumers. Its been over 75 years since we opened our doors but were still not resting on our reputation or accolades. Were wondering what if... anticipating whats next and embracing our role within the Czarnowski Collective as forward-thinkers for forward-thinking brands.

Joining the Czarnowski Collective means the opportunity to be more than a number more than a job title more than a spectator. We are a collective of dreamers and thinkers doers and makersand were searching for more of the same to join the ranks.

The Purpose:

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our team in Chicago! In this role youll play a key part in ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time each week supporting a smooth and compliant payroll operation across the company. Youll be responsible for administering Czarnowskis payroll processes from start to finish maintaining compliance with all federal and state regulations and providing exceptional service to our employees.

You will collaborate closely with other Payroll Administrators and Czarnowski HR Managers nationwide. This role offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact within a fast-paced team-oriented environment where attention to detail collaboration and a proactive mindset are valued and recognized.

The Job:

• Support the payroll team to ensure all weekly payroll transactions are processed accurately timely and in compliance with company policies.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state payroll regulations including the Department of Labor FLSA IRS Social Security and state wage and hour laws.
• Prepare payroll-related reports summaries and statistical data as needed.
• Process weekly payroll including importing time and attendance data from UKG Ready (time and attendance system) into UKG Pro (payroll system).
• Handle off-cycle and manual check processing when required.
• Respond to and manage unemployment claims in a timely and accurate manner.
• Review employee benefit enrollment deductions and terminations ensuring system data integrity.
• Address employee payroll inquiries providing clear and timely resolutions

The Person:

• Bachelors degree in accounting human resources or related field.
• 2 years of direct payroll administration experience.
• Knowledge of payroll laws and benefit regulations (FMLA and ACA).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint).
• Strong attention to detail organization and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently take initiative set priorities and see projects through to completion.
• Flexible and adaptable with the ability to work occasional weekends when needed.
• Experience with UKG Pro/UKG Ready is preferred but not required.
• Experience processing Union Payroll is strongly preferred but not required.

Illinois Salary and Benefit Statement:

The salary range displayed is specifically for those potential hires who will work or reside in the state of Illinois if selected for the role. Any salary offered is determined based on internal equity internal salary ranges market data/ranges applicants skills and prior relevant experience.

Illinois Salary Range: $60000-$70000

This position is eligible for health care benefits life insurance time off benefits and participation in the Companys 401(k) plan.

What we offer:

• Medical Dental and Vision benefits effective within 30 days (or less) of your start date
• 401K matching with no vesting period (you are fully vested as of day 1)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Collaborative Work Environment

Collective Culture Core Values:

We recognize that the success of our business rests with the skills and efforts of our people and in return for their contributions our employees can expect a flexible work environment that delivers on the 10 principles that define our company culture:

• We celebrate creativity curiosity innovation and imagination.
• We are humble and respectful.
• We act with honesty and integrity.
• We empower and trust one another.
• We embrace individuality and an entrepreneurial spirit.
• We champion initiatives that bolster diversity equity and inclusion.
• We prioritize safe ethical and sustainable business practices.
• We foster a culture of meritocracy - rewarding skills and abilities instead of influence.
• We always deliver.
• We dont take ourselves too seriously.

Through several existing and future initiatives Czarnowski Collective is exploring thoughtful and creative ways to embrace individuality and more effectively champion diversity equity and inclusion across our network.

EEO Statement

Czarnowski Collective is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We dont just accept difference we honor nurture and celebrate it! All aspects of employment including the decision to hire promote discipline or discharge will be based on merit competence performance and business needs. We dont discriminate based on race religion color national origin sex/gender (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority