US Payroll Specialist

For more than three decades, Aeris has been a trusted cellular IoT leader enabling the biggest IoT programs and opportunities across Automotive, Utilities and Energy, Fleet Management and Logistics, Medical Devices, and Manufacturing. Our IoT technology expertise serves a global ecosystem of 7,000 enterprise customers and 30 mobile network operator partners, and 90 million IoT devices across the world. Aeris powers today’s connected smart world with innovative technologies and borderless connectivity that simplify management, enhance security, optimize performance, and drive growth. Why This Role Matters The Payroll team at Aeris plays a critical role in ensuring every employee is paid accurately, on time, and in full compliance with all federal and state regulations. Payroll accuracy directly impacts employee trust, satisfaction, and the company’s ability to scale smoothly. This role exists to provide dedicated ownership of US payroll, allowing the broader global payroll team to focus on international growth and complexity. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a junior payroll professional to build deep expertise in US payroll operations within a fast‑growing, international company. You will: Gain hands‑on experience with multi‑state payroll and compliance Have a clear growth path into international (EMEA) payroll exposure over time If you’re organized, detail‑oriented, and eager to grow your payroll career, this role offers both stability and long‑term development. What You’ll Do Process bi‑monthly US payroll accurately and on time Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll regulations Manage and reconcile 401(k) contributions, funding, and audit support Respond to employee payroll questions with a high level of service Support year‑end payroll activities, including W‑2 preparation and submission Assist with payroll audits and process improvements Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external vendors as needed What Success Looks Like First 90 Days Fully onboarded to payroll systems and processes Assisting with payroll runs and reconciliations Comfortable handling basic employee payroll inquiries Independently managing 401(k) monitoring and funding By 12 Months Fully owning US payroll with minimal supervision Managing quarterly and annual filings confidently Proactively identifying process improvements Beginning cross‑training and exposure to EMEA payroll operations What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications Hands‑on experience processing US payroll Working knowledge of: Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Clear and professional communication skills Willingness to learn complex regulations and new systems Preferred Qualifications Experience with Rippling (nice to have, not required) Payroll certification and/or college education Exposure to 401(k) administration Team & Culture Part of a small, global payroll team (US, EMEA, APAC) High collaboration despite regional autonomy Supportive, learning‑oriented environment Opportunity to work closely with a highly experienced global payroll leader Location & Reporting Chicago, IL only (no remote or alternate locations) #J-18808-Ljbffr