Payroll Specialist
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
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Job Summary
Company Overview
At Motorola Solutions we believe that everything starts with our people. Were a global close-knit community united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration thats critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals safer businesses and ultimately safer nations. Connect with a career that matters and help us build a safer future.
Department Overview
We are seeking a data-driven highly analytical Payroll Analyst to support our payroll operations and ensure data integrity across North this role you will analyze audit and process automated batch payrolls for the US using ADP Enterprise Payroll while maintaining the technical proficiency to step in and support Canadian payroll data processing via ADP Workforce Now as a critical backup.
Job Description
The ideal candidate focuses on data accuracy time card auditing resolving complex payroll discrepancies researching regulatory tax updates and building custom reports to support HR and Finance workflows.
Key Responsibilities
Execute analyze and reconcile the full-cycle bi-weekly automated batch payroll for all US employees (exempt and non-exempt) using ADP Enterprise Payroll / EV6.
Maintain operational readiness to analyze audit and process Canadian payroll using ADP Workforce Now to ensure seamless coverage and business continuity.
Analyze and execute standard and non-standard payroll transactions including manual check calculations paycheck reversals and the tracking/reconciliation of direct deposit bank rejections.
Import large data sets and perform rigorous audits on timecards employee demographics and complex earnings/deductions statements to ensure 100% accuracy.
Research regulatory payroll questions and stay updated on US (FLSA federal state local taxes) and Canadian (ESA CPP EI provincial taxes) compliance updates to ensure system configuration accuracy.
Identify investigate and resolve variances or discrepancies regarding payroll wages taxes and benefit deductions before final submission.
Design generate and analyze ad-hoc and standard payroll reports out of both ADP Enterprise and Workforce Now to support budgeting compliance reporting and internal stakeholders.
Qualifications & Experience
3 years of experience in a payroll analysis auditing or processing role handling US payroll with exposure to Canadian payroll.
Proficiency with US ADP Enterprise Payroll and Canada ADP Workforce Now.
Solid understanding of US labor laws tax setups and statutory withholdings with a foundational understanding of Canadian compliance.
FPC/CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) in the US or PCP/PLP (Payroll Compliance Professional) in Canada is highly desirable.
Skills & Abilities
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs Pivot Tables formulas data macros) and standard MS Office applications.
Uncompromising attention to detail strong problem-solving capabilities organizational accountability and excellent collaborative communication skills.
Ability to work autonomously audit data independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote environment. Flexibility to work overtime as required to meet strict payroll reporting and processing deadlines.
Experience leveraging AI tools to optimize payroll workflows automate routine data checks or analyze large datasets is highly desirable.
Target Base Salary Range: $70000 - $75000 USD
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge skills and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.
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Basic Requirements
Bachelors Degree with 3 years of experience in a payroll analysis auditing or processing role handling
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
Travel Requirements
None
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
YesOur :
Incentive Bonus Plans
Medical Dental Visionbenefits
401K with Company Match
10 Paid Holidays
GenerousPaidTime Off Packages
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
PaidParental & Family Leave
and more!
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion or belief sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If youd like to join our team but feel that you dont quite meet all of the preferred skills wed still love to hear why you think youd be a great addition to our team.
Were committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation please complete thisReasonable Accommodations Formso we can assist you.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Motorola Solutions, Inc., incorporated on March 9, 1973, is a provider of communication infrastructure, devices, accessories, software and services. The Company operates through two segments: Products and Services. It serves global customer base spanning federal, state, county, provin ... View more
