Payroll Specialist

Deerfield, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Payroll Specialist
Primary Location: Deerfield IL
Position Type: Contract

Overview
TalentFish is casting a line for a Payroll Specialist. This is a contract role in Deerfield IL. The reason this position exists is to ensure the seamless accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees while maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and regulatory compliance.

What You Bring to the Role

Proven Payroll Expertise: Must have hands-on experience in payroll processing and a strong knowledge of payroll systems and software.
Educational Background: Associates or Bachelors degree in Accounting Business Administration or a related field preferred.
Regulatory Knowledge: Solid understanding of federal state and local payroll tax laws wage garnishments and tax deductions.
Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and familiarity with modern payroll software platforms.
Discretion & Professionalism: Proven ability to handle sensitive confidential information with the utmost integrity.
Detail Orientation: Exceptional accuracy and the ability to meet rigid deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What Youll Do

Timesheet & Data Management: Verify employee timesheets for accuracy and enter payroll data into databases/spreadsheets ensuring all hours and compensation details are captured correctly.
Disbursement Oversight: Manage direct deposit requests update banking information and process paper checks for distribution with proper documentation.
Compensation Adjustments: Calculate and execute pay adjustments for raises bonuses commissions and other changes to employee pay.
Garnishments & Compliance: Process and track wage garnishments according to legal requirements and maintain up-to-date records of tax withholdings and benefits.
Reporting & Audits: Generate detailed payroll reports for internal departments and management to support accounting and financial audits.
Employee Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll inquiries resolving discrepancies and providing high-level customer service.

Compensation Information
The expected salary range for this position is $22 - $25/hr depending on experience and qualifications. This role also qualifies for comprehensive benefits such as health insurance 401(k) and paid time off. TalentFish is committed to pay transparency and equal opportunity. The salary range provided is in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
This role requires authorization to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship.
All offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check which may include but is not limited to reference checks education verification employment verification drug testing criminal records checks and any required certifications or compliance requirements based on the end clients background check policies and applicable laws.
TalentFish is an employee-owned company pioneering a new realm in talent acquisition. We are redefining IT staffing by evolving AI video screening and our unique platform. TalentFish focuses on providing the best employee consultant and client experience possible. At TalentFish we are an Equal Opportunity Employer; we embrace and encourage diversity!

Job Title: Payroll SpecialistPrimary Location: Deerfield ILPosition Type: Contract OverviewTalentFish is casting a line for a Payroll Specialist. This is a contract role in Deerfield IL. The reason this position exists is to ensure the seamless accurate and timely processing of payroll for all emplo...

Job Title: Payroll Specialist
Primary Location: Deerfield IL
Position Type: Contract

What You Bring to the Role

Proven Payroll Expertise: Must have hands-on experience in payroll processing and a strong knowledge of payroll systems and software.
Educational Background: Associates or Bachelors degree in Accounting Business Administration or a related field preferred.
Regulatory Knowledge: Solid understanding of federal state and local payroll tax laws wage garnishments and tax deductions.
Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and familiarity with modern payroll software platforms.
Discretion & Professionalism: Proven ability to handle sensitive confidential information with the utmost integrity.
Detail Orientation: Exceptional accuracy and the ability to meet rigid deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What Youll Do

Timesheet & Data Management: Verify employee timesheets for accuracy and enter payroll data into databases/spreadsheets ensuring all hours and compensation details are captured correctly.
Disbursement Oversight: Manage direct deposit requests update banking information and process paper checks for distribution with proper documentation.
Compensation Adjustments: Calculate and execute pay adjustments for raises bonuses commissions and other changes to employee pay.
Garnishments & Compliance: Process and track wage garnishments according to legal requirements and maintain up-to-date records of tax withholdings and benefits.
Reporting & Audits: Generate detailed payroll reports for internal departments and management to support accounting and financial audits.
Employee Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll inquiries resolving discrepancies and providing high-level customer service.