Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

At Benesch we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and building trust not only with our clients but with our employees - Benesch's #1 asset. Committed to providing not only the highest level of legal service to our clients, Benesch also aspires to create a positive work environment for our employees. Our Firm continues to earn placement on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces list, along with Cleveland's NorthCoast 99 Top Workplaces rankings. We also continue to advance on the AmLaw 125 list, placing us among the top 125 law firms in the country.

Benesch is proud to be recognized for being a Firm that attracts and retains top talent - making Benesch a great place to work. We offer a hybrid schedule, career development and growth, transparent and visible leadership teams, and a place where diversity, equity and inclusion is celebrated. In addition, the Firm offers a full array of benefits which can be viewed at

Working with Us - Come and "Be Benesch!" We are one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, and have offices in Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco, New York City, and Wilmington. We continue to expand our geographic footprint and value the talent that comprises each of our locations. If you are someone who champions a First in Service approach and are ready to be part of an exciting and growing Firm, we would invite you to apply to join our team.

Position Summary

Do you have experience in accounting or finance? Are you interested in the world of payroll? Are you looking to work in a small group where you can put your accounting knowledge toward learning something new? Then our Payroll Specialist opening may just be the position you've been seeking! This role is perfect for the entry level person is looking to be part of a team to help execute all matters related to payroll.

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for timely and accurate processing of the Firm's payroll, utilizing due care and attention, monitoring and processing employee timecards, and reconciling deductions and taxes in compliance with state and federal laws.

Position Responsibilities

1. Ensures New Hires are correctly setup.
2. Ensures Termination Pay and additional final payments are accurate.
3. Ensures taxes are correctly administered.
4. Reviews Time Cards for accuracy.
5. Assists in preparation of the payroll processing to ensure accurately and timely processing of payroll transactions including salaries, overtime, benefits, garnishments, taxes and other deductions.
6. Ensures the tracking of leave of absences and payments are entered and adminstered accourately.
7. Prepares analyses related to payroll transactions, employee demographics and insurance data.
8. Assists in the processing of the pension contribution changes.
9. Assists in the payments to benefit companies and reconciles billing.
10. Serves as a resource and interact with employees to answer any payroll related questions.
11. Assists with annual audits.
12. Prepares ad hoc payroll reporting and analysis as needed.
13. Maintains a strong knowledge base about payroll regulations and reporting requirements, including multi-state payrolls.
14. Identifies areas of continuous improvement and is proactive in working with other Payroll/HR/Finance team members to make changes.
15. Maintains strict confidentiality of the Firm's client information, internal and personnel affairs.
16. Builds relationships and fosters a collaborative approach to working with internal clients across practice groups and with management.
17. Willingness to work a flexible schedule and the hours needed to accomplish the Firm expectations.
18. Additional duties as assigned.

Key Competencies

Must have Excel experience. Must prioritize detail and accuracy and have a customer first mentality. Must be versatile.

Qualifications

The Payroll Specialist must have strong analytical skills and working knowledge in Excel is required. Must be an organized self-starter who is detail-oriented and has a First in Service attitude. A Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field or equivalent work is preferred. Strong analytical skills and advanced experience in Excel is required. A minimum of one (1) year experience in accounting, payroll or similar in an office environment. ADP Workforce experience is considered a plus. Must be an organized self-starter who is detail-oriented and has a First in Service attitude.

The salary range for this position is $56K to $70K.

Please note that quoted salary ranges are based on Benesch's good faith belief at the time of the job posting and are not a guarantee of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that Benesch provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full-time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benesch is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email Christine Watson at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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