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Patriot Growth Insurance Services, LLC

Growth Capital for America's Best Insurance Agencies

Payroll and Compliance Specialist

PayrollPayrollFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 1,001-5,000Since 2019H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Illinois

Posted

21 hours ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree3 yrs expEnglishC++

Job Description

Payroll and Compliance Specialist

Patriot Growth Insurance Services, LLC

• Manage payroll processing for assigned clients, ensuring transactions are completed accurately, timely, and in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements. • Review and reconcile payroll data, investigate discrepancies, and complete month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll activities. • Generate payroll reports and provide records, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for client audits and business needs. • Serve as a trusted advisor on payroll tax compliance, wage and hour laws, internal controls, and payroll administration best practices. • Respond to payroll-related inquiries from clients, employees, and stakeholders while providing timely and accurate resolutions. • Lead or support payroll and HRIS implementations, system upgrades, vendor coordination, and process improvement initiatives. • Serve as the primary liaison between clients and payroll technology vendors, providing end-user support and resolving system-related issues. • Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes, improve accuracy, increase efficiency, and enhance the overall client experience. • Build and maintain strong client relationships by understanding business objectives and delivering proactive, value-added support. • Collaborate with HR Consulting and other internal teams to improve workflows, support client retention, and ensure consistent service delivery. • Maintain current knowledge of payroll regulations, technology developments, and industry best practices. • Protect confidential payroll, employee, and client information while exercising appropriate discretion and professional judgment.

Job Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll administration, payroll tax compliance, or a related payroll consulting role.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of payroll processing, reconciliations, reporting, internal controls, payroll taxes, and wage and hour regulations.
  • Experience interpreting and applying federal, state, and local payroll laws and compliance requirements.
  • Experience managing payroll for multiple clients, business entities, or employee populations preferred.
  • Hands-on experience with payroll and HRIS platforms required; experience with Rippling and Paylocity preferred.
  • Experience supporting payroll system implementations, upgrades, or operational improvement initiatives preferred.
  • Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex payroll issues.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to explain payroll and compliance topics clearly.
  • Strong client service mindset with the ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technology platforms.
  • Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred, or willingness to obtain certification.
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive payroll and employee information with discretion.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) and Commuter Transit Programs
  • Company paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Group Term Life
  • Company paid Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid holidays
  • Personalized PTO
  • 401 (k)

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