Payroll Manager

Payroll Manger
LaSalle Network is partnering with our client to hire a Payroll Manger in Chicago, Illinois. This Direct Hire Payroll Manager will take ownership of end-to-end payroll operations while driving process improvements, strengthening controls and ensuring compliance across complex, multi-state payroll needs. This is an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Manger who enjoys solving problems, partnering cross-functionally and bringing structure to high-impact work within a regulated environment.



Responsibilities

• Lead the payroll function and drive process improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy, compliance and timeliness
  
  
• Utilize advanced features of ADP Workforce Now to optimize payroll processes, streamline workflows and improve data quality
  
  
• Review semi-monthly U.S. payroll reconciliation spreadsheets and ensure discrepancies are identified and resolved
  
  
• Audit payroll changes (e.g., new hires, terminations, benefits and other payroll-related updates) to ensure accurate and timely processing
  
  
• Manage payroll vendor coordination for Canada, including compiling and providing required payroll and benefits changes
  
  
• Prepare and submit payroll-related tax filings, remittances and other compliance reporting as required, including setting up new state accounts when needed
  
  
• Deliver payroll accounting support, reporting and year-end processes in partnership with finance and accounting
  
  
• Manage payroll processes tied to 401(k) administration, garnishments, employment verifications and unemployment claims, and support audit requests with appropriate documentation

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of direct, end-to-end payroll experience
  
  
• Direct experience with ADP Workforce Now (preferred)
  
  
• Strong payroll tax knowledge, including multi-state payroll taxation experience
  
  
• Experience supporting payroll for 500+ employees (approximately 700 preferred)
  
  
• Experience working in a regulated environment and familiarity with risk and compliance expectations
  
  
• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to pull, manipulate and respond to payroll reporting requests in multiple formats
  
  
• Exposure to international payroll (valued), including Canada and Puerto Rico; broader global exposure is beneficial
  
  
• Prior people-management experience is a plus; open to candidates who can grow into leadership responsibility

Key Details

• Employment Type: Direct Hire
  
  
• Compensation: $130,000-$150,000
  
  
• Benefits (Direct Hire): Medical Insurance; Dental Insurance; Vision Insurance
  
  
• Bonus Eligibility: Eligible to earn discretionary bonus.
  
  
• Location: Chicago, Illinois
  
  
• Work Model: Hybrid

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today for the Payroll Manger role. We're actively interviewing and excited to meet you.


Allee Struve
Lead Recruiter


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LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.


LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.