Senior Payroll Specialist Chicago, IL Full time JR104853 WHO WE ARE We are PEAK6, a leading investment firm, using technology to find a better way of doing things. The company’s first tech-based solution was developed in 1997 to optimize options trading, and over the past two decades, the same formula has been used across a range of industries, asset classes, and business stages to consistently deliver superior results. Today, PEAK6 seeks transformational opportunities to provide capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs and forward-thinking businesses. PEAK6’s core brands include PEAK6 Capital Management, PEAK6 Strategic Capital, Apex Fintech Solutions, FOCUS, We Insure, Evil Geniuses, Poker Power, Zogo, and Bruce Markets. ABOUT THIS ROLE PEAK6 Sr Payroll Specialist PEAK6 is a leading investment firm headquartered in Chicago. More than 20 years ago, we were one of the first firms to develop sophisticated proprietary technology in our trading business. Today, we leverage our technical ingenuity and operational ability across a number of investment areas, spanning early- to mid-stage growth capital, operational control, trading, and sports management, with an eye toward providing value to the customer. Over the years, we have built and operated several leading financial technology firms and today our team includes a proprietary trading firm, a digital wealth clearinghouse, an outsource provider of flood insurance, a value investment arm, an incubation lab, and more. As a member of the payroll team at PEAK6, you'll have a big impact on the firm by adding your payroll and analytical experience to our organization and employees in a rapidly growing environment and team. Additionally, our diverse business streams afford you the unique opportunity to grow across a variety of verticals, engaging you in unique challenges, projects, and technologies. You'll be responsible for: Process bi-weekly multi-state and multiple location payroll for exempt and non-exempt populations via Workday. Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data into the payroll system. Administer all payroll tax-related tasks including registering for new states, closing old accounts, and resolving all tax notices with third-party payroll systems. Support the payroll manager with year-end W-2 preparation including processing, balancing, adjustments, and amendments. Work directly with external auditors to provide requested information for annual audits. Collaborate with internal partners in Human Resources and Finance to facilitate and improve payroll processes. Partner with Treasury to ensure accurate funding requirements for payroll, taxes, benefits, and related items. Develop ad hoc financial and operational reporting as needed. Update and reconcile monthly payroll bank transactions. Participate in financial month-end close, including preparation of accruals, booking of payroll journal entries, and reconciliation of GL accounts. Utilize technology to drive continuous improvement to PEAK6's payroll processes, reports, and controls. Before you join us, you should have: 5+ years of experience in a fast-paced payroll environment exhibiting proficiency in all aspects of day-to-day payroll operations under the financial umbrella. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy. Working knowledge of federal and state payroll policies, including FLSA laws, overtime, and termination regulations. Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) designation is a plus. Working knowledge of Workday and related reporting tools. Familiarity with general accounting principles and accounting systems; NetSuite experience is a plus. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and payroll software programs. A tech-forward approach to managing day-to-day tasks — we love to automate and make things more efficient, and so should you. Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. OUR REWARDS We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce, we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and office location. This position also may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a range of health & wellness benefits, enhancing your overall compensation package. Base Salary Range $79,000-$98,750

Title: Payroll Team Lead Location: Chicago, IL Full time Hybrid PEAK6 Payroll Team Lead As Lead Payroll at PEAK6, you will be the functional expert and operational cornerstone of the payroll team — owning end-to-end multi-state payroll processing, compliance, and continuous improvement. You will be the go-to subject matter expert who sets the standard for quality, drives process excellence, and partners cross-functionally to keep payroll running seamlessly across PEAK6's diverse business lines. If you love solving complex payroll problems and thrive in a fast-paced, technology-forward environment, this role is for you. You’ll be responsible for: Payroll Operations Own and execute bi-weekly multi-state payroll processing for exempt and non-exempt employee populations across multiple legal entities via Workday Payroll Maintain payroll data integrity by collecting, auditing, calculating, and entering data with a high degree of accuracy Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll questions and discrepancies, resolving issues efficiently and with a strong employee experience in mind Lead year-end processing including W-2 preparation, balancing, adjustments, and amendments Compliance & Tax Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll regulations including FLSA, wage and hour laws, overtime rules, and termination pay requirements Manage all payroll tax obligations: registering in new states, closing inactive accounts, and resolving tax notices with third-party systems Monitor and interpret changes in payroll tax law, proactively communicating impacts and implementing updates Partner with external auditors to provide documentation and support for annual audits and internal controls Cross-Functional Partnership Act as the functional SME for payroll-related inquiries from HR, Finance, and senior leadership — translating complexity into clear guidance Collaborate to streamline onboarding/offboarding processes, pay changes, deductions, and benefits administration Work with functional teams to ensure accurate and timely funding for payroll, taxes, and benefits Contribute expertise during system implementations, upgrades, or integrations — particularly within Workday Reporting & Process Improvement Develop and maintain ad hoc payroll reporting and analytics to support leadership decision-making Reconcile monthly payroll bank transactions and support month-end close, including journal entries and GL reconciliations Identify and drive automation and efficiency opportunities within payroll operations — we love to eliminate manual work Maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls documentation to ensure consistency and audit-readiness Qualifications: ● 5–8 years of progressive payroll experience in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment ● Deep expertise in multi-state payroll processing and a strong command of federal and state compliance, tax regulations, and wage/hour laws ● Hands-on Workday Payroll experience strongly preferred ● Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred; FPC considered ● Experience with NetSuite or similar general ledger systems a plus ● Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the ability to build and interpret payroll reports ● A technology-forward mindset — you actively look for ways to automate, improve, and scale payroll processes ● Excellent communicator who can distill complex payroll topics for non-payroll stakeholders ● Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing competing priorities under tight deadlines OUR REWARDS We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce, we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and office location. This position also may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a range of health & wellness benefits, enhancing your overall compensation package. Base Salary Range $79,000-$98,750

• Responsible for administration of federal, state, local, employee and employer payroll taxes. • Prepares and reconciles tax returns and other payroll tax documents. • Balances weekly, quarterly, and annual interface files used for reporting. • Conducts analysis and handles inquiries related to taxable wages and taxes. • Resolves problems and implements process changes for compliance with SOX requirements. • Ensures timely and accurate filing of taxes with vendors.

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