Payroll Manager
$125k - $160kLiberty Personnel Services, Inc.
Payroll Manager - Law Firm - $125-160k - Hybrid The Payroll Manager will lead the strategic execution, compliance, and administration of the firm’s payroll functions. This role ensures all legal and non-legal staff are paid accurately and on time while maintaining strict adherence to multi-state and international tax regulations. The Manager acts as a key advisor to leadership regarding partner distributions, associate base-pay adjustments, and the integration of complex bonus structures within a legal environment. Key Responsibilities Payroll Strategy & Execution: Oversee the end-to-end processing of multi-state payrolls for all attorneys, administrative staff, and partners. Partner Distributions: Manage the unique complexities of partner compensation, including draws, tax distributions, and K-1 related withholdings. Compliance & Tax Management: Ensure firm-wide compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations, including payroll tax filings, W-2/1099 production, and "nexus" issues related to traveling attorneys. System Optimization: Lead the maintenance and enhancement of the firm’s payroll systems, ensuring seamless integration with time-entry and HRIS platforms. Audit & Reporting: Conduct regular internal audits to ensure data integrity. Lead the preparation of payroll-related reports for the Finance, Tax, and Benefits departments. Associate Cycles: Partner with the Compensation team to execute annual lockstep increases, ensuring precise adjustments for associate classes and bonus payouts. Policy Development: Establish and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for payroll to ensure continuity and risk mitigation. Required Qualifications Experience: A minimum of 7+ years of progressive payroll experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity. Industry Knowledge: Previous experience within a law firm environment is required. Candidates must understand partner capital accounts, associate lockstep models, and professional services billing structures. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Technical Skills: Expert-level proficiency in payroll software (such as ADP, Workday, Dayforce or UKG) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and data modeling. Certification: CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) is strongly preferred. To apply, please send your resume and references to View email address on click.appcast.io. Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. 1001 Conshohocken State Rd, Suite 2-410 #J-18808-Ljbffr
$98.56k - $135.52k
...Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Manager atUL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement, based in our Evanston, Illinois, office. The Payroll Manager is responsible for the oversight and compliance of payroll, payroll taxes, time...SuggestedLocal areaWorldwideFlexible hoursUL Standards and Engagement
Evanston, IL4 days ago- ...Payroll Manager Hagerty Consulting is an emergency management consulting firm that helps clients prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Established in 2001 and incorporated in July 2002, Hagerty's work includes some of the nation's largest recovery projects...Suggested
Hagerty Consulting
Evanston, IL3 days ago $145.35k - $171k
...contributes. No one coasts. If you’re driven by impact, pace, and raising the bar. This is the place. The Role We’re hiring a Payroll Manager to take ownership of U.S.-based, multi-state payroll operations for our growing organization. You’ll be responsible for ensuring...SuggestedFull timeWork at officeLocal areaMenlo Ventures
Chicago, IL2 days ago$97.75k - $139.15k
...opportunity, we encourage our people to “go for it” and equip our managers with the training to coach their teams to the next level. We... ...responsibility for the oversight, governance, and execution of payroll operations across non-US jurisdictions. This role ensures compliant...SuggestedPermanent employmentWork at officeImmediate startFlexible hoursCboe Global Markets
Chicago, IL2 days ago- ...Urgent Hiring: Highly Skilled Payroll Manager Needed Immediately Are you seeking a dynamic and supportive work environment where your expertise in payroll management is valued? Do you thrive in a role that challenges you to lead a talented team and optimize complex payroll...SuggestedLocal areaImmediate start
Workstream
Alsip, IL2 days ago $110k - $120k
...This job is located at 1 S. Wacker Dr., Chicago, IL, 60606 Position Overview The Manager of Payroll is responsible for overseeing and managing the Company’s payroll operations and ensuring pay is processed on time and accurately. This role blends technical expertise...Local areaPLS Financial Services
Chicago, IL2 days ago$98.56k - $135.52k
...Overview Payroll Manager – UL Research Institutes & UL Standards & Engagement, Evanston, Illinois Oversee payroll compliance, processing, and reporting for ULRI and ULSE. Responsibilities Process US payroll in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, ensuring timely...Local areaFlexible hoursULSE Inc.
Evanston, IL3 days ago- ...every day. Are you ready for an exciting new opportunity? We're always searching for amazing people! Job Openings Position: Global Payroll Manager Location: West Chester, OH Job Id: 2051 # of Openings: 1 Position Summary Trew is seeking a Global Payroll Manager to lead end‑...Hourly payDaily paidTemporary workWork at officeLocal areaShift work
Trew LLC
Chicago, IL2 days ago - ...Overview Join to apply for the JPD-Payroll Manager role at Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois . Location: 1100 S. Hamilton Ave, Chicago, IL 60612. Division: Administrative Services Division. Grade: 18. Salary Range: $68,865 - $75,933. Reports to: Budget Director...Contract workWork at officeTrial periodShift work
Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois
Chicago, IL2 days ago $85k - $95k
...Payroll Manager – Chicago, IL (Hybrid) Base pay range: $85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr Key Responsibilities Manage end‑to‑end payroll processing for all firm employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Maintain and process...Full timeLocal areaLabor Solutions
Chicago, IL2 days ago- Job Description Reports to: VP, Controller Direct Reports: 1 Hybrid: 1 day in office, 4 days remote As a Payroll Manager, you will: Manage and prepare payroll data to produce an accurate and timely payroll Manage payroll general ledger reporting and monthly...Hourly payWork at officeLocal areaRemote work
Right At School
Evanston, IL1 day ago - ...Ernst & Young Oman is seeking a Payroll Advisory Manager to lead and deliver client service on large-scale payroll projects. This role requires 5-7+ years of relevant experience, ideally within a Big 4 or global consultancy. The successful candidate will work in a hybrid...
Ernst & Young Oman
Chicago, IL2 days ago $103.6k - $189.9k
...career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. US – Tax – PAS – Global Payroll Operate – US Payroll – Tax Services Manager Will you shape the future or will the future shape you? The opportunity Ernst & Young LLP's...Contract workSummer holidayLocal areaFlexible hoursEY
Chicago, IL4 days ago$145.8k - $333.1k
...take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. People Consulting– Payroll Advisory – Senior Manager Managing global workforces is increasingly complex. People Consulting builds and improves organizational and individual...Summer holidayWork at officeWorldwideFlexible hours3 days per weekEY
Chicago, IL6 days ago- ...A global professional services firm is seeking a Senior Manager for its Payroll Advisory division in Chicago. The role involves leading large-scale payroll-related projects, providing quality client service, and fostering relationships within a collaborative team environment...Flexible hours
Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd
Chicago, IL2 days ago - ...meet you. This role is hybrid (4 days/week in the office) (New York, Miami or Chicago). Key Accountabilities Manages and provides oversight for a Global Payroll function across CI Financial and Corient, providing coaching to support employee development, growth and performance...Hourly payPermanent employmentTemporary workWork at officeFlexible hours
Corient Services LLC
Chicago, IL2 days ago $130k - $190k
...team as the expert you are now and create your future. Senior Managers serve in an outward-facing, hands-on, and multi-faceted role combining... ...end Workday HCM implementation experience including Workday US Payroll. Prior experience implementing Workday with a Professional...Local areaImmediate startHuron Consulting Group
Chicago, IL1 day ago- ...Senior Payroll Manager Type: Full-time. Visa Type: US Citizen / Green Card Holder. They are open to candidates being local to any of their US offices, including Atlanta, Boston, LA, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, NYC, Orange County, Palo Alto, San Diego, SF, and Washington...Full timeWork at officeLocal area
Staffing the Universe
Chicago, IL4 days ago $145k - $170k
...your future. The multi-faceted role you’ve been looking for… Managers play a vibrant, integral role at Huron. Their invaluable... .... Preferred Skills & Experience Workday certification in Payroll. Prior experience as a Workday HCM functional lead US Payroll...Local areaHuron
Chicago, IL2 days ago- ...Underwriters Laboratories Inc is seeking a Payroll Manager for their Evanston, Illinois office. This role is critical for overseeing payroll compliance, managing HRIS, and ensuring accurate reporting and processing. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of payroll...Work at officeFlexible hours
Underwriters Laboratories
Evanston, IL2 days ago - ...A global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Manager for its Payroll Advisory practice. This role involves managing large-scale payroll projects and developing HR strategies for clients. The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of relevant experience in payroll,...
Ernst & Young Oman
Chicago, IL2 days ago - The Payroll and Benefits Manager would support the AMER region to ensure a smooth and efficient business operations. They will have both strategic and administrative opportunities, and will help with important functions such as payroll, training and development, risk and...Work at officeLocal area
$125.9k - $231.1k
...People Consulting - Payroll Advisory Manager Location: Chicago (and any location in the region) Date: May 6, 2026 Requisition ID: 1707242 At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams...Summer holidayWork at officeWorldwideFlexible hours3 days per weekErnst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd
Chicago, IL2 days ago- ...regulations, standards, guidelines, and facility policy. ~ To manage and maintain the systems and processes associated with human resources, including, but not limited to: On-boarding of staff, payroll, staff scheduling software, staff benefit coordination including...Work at officeLocal area
The Alden Network
Cicero, IL2 days ago $98.56k - $135.52k
...ULSE Inc. is seeking a Payroll Manager in Evanston, Illinois. The role involves overseeing payroll compliance, processing, and reporting for UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of payroll experience, with at...ULSE Inc.
Evanston, IL2 days ago$90k - $105k
...Payroll Territory Manager Auris is the payroll and HR partner built for small and medium-sized business who can't afford to get it wrong. Trusted by over 50,000 business nationwide, Auris pairs easy-to-use technology with real human services to give leaders the confidence...Contract workLive inLocal areaImmediate startFlexible hoursAcrisure LLC
Chicago, IL8 hours ago- ...A leading payroll services company seeks a Payroll Territory Manager to drive client acquisition through presentations, upselling, and maintaining client relationships. The role includes training and coaching team members and operating 50% in the field. Candidates should...Remote work
Acrisure LLC
Chicago, IL3 days ago - ...Workstream is urgently hiring a highly skilled Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for over 8,000 employees across the United States. In this role, you will lead a dedicated team and ensure compliance while driving process improvements in a fun atmosphere. The...Immediate start
Workstream
Alsip, IL2 days ago $125k - $160k
...A legal firm specializing in payroll management is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead payroll functions including execution and compliance for their multi-state operations. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience including leadership, particularly in a...Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.
Chicago, IL2 days ago$156k - $228k
...future. Join our team, create your future. Role Overview Senior Managers serve in an outward‑facing, hands‑on, and multi‑faceted role... ...end Workday HCM implementation experience, including Workday US Payroll. Prior experience implementing Workday with a professional...
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