Payroll Specialist locations - Chicago, IL - Illinois Remote Work time type Full time job requisition id R66865 Department Overview We are seeking a data-driven, highly analytical Payroll Analyst to support our payroll operations and ensure data integrity across North America. In 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: $70,000 - $75,000 USD #LI-RO1 #LI-HYBRID Basic Requirements - Bachelor's 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 Yes Our U.S. Benefits include: - Incentive Bonus Plans - Medical, Dental, Vision benefits - 401K with Company Match - 10 Paid Holidays - Generous Paid Time Off Packages - Employee Stock Purchase Plan - Paid Parental & Family Leave - and more!