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Payroll Administrator

$35.91 - $40.42 per hour

Danada Forest Preserve

Payroll Administrator

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is seeking a detail-driven and collaborative Payroll Administrator to join our Finance and Human Resources teams located in Wheaton, IL. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys analytical, accuracy-focused work and takes pride in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. As the District's payroll subject matter expert, you'll play a key role in managing payroll processes, maintaining compliance, supporting staff with payroll-related inquiries, and administering our payroll software system.

Compensation: Starting pay: $35.91 - $40.42 per hour.

The position includes a comprehensive and generous benefits package featuring:

  • Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension program
  • Tuition Reimbursement for continued education and development
  • Employer-funded Professional Organization Membership
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
  • Life Insurance
  • Deferred Compensation options

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, located twenty (20) miles west of Chicago, IL is a highly acclaimed government agency that has been instrumental in enhancing the overall quality of life for the residents of DuPage County for over 100 years. We believe in conservation, teamwork and public service. Our mission is to protect and improve the county's natural areas while providing high-quality educational and recreational experiences for the people who call DuPage home.

Schedule Monday Friday | 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for processing bi-weekly and special payrolls using third party software, including salary audits and payroll deduction and accrual updates. Reviews payroll reports, identifies and corrects discrepancies, and performs edits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Subject matter expert (SME) in administering the payroll software system. Research, recommend, and implement solutions to system issues. Manages iSolved employee login issues for HR and payroll.
  • Audits all payroll postings to the general ledger.
  • Partners with the Human Resources department to accurately process payroll changes, including mass salary increases and employment verifications.

Key Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 46 years of related payroll experience
  • Previous municipal payroll experience highly preferred
  • Direct supervisory experience is preferred
  • Valid driver's license in good standing
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
  • Strong analytical skills to perform numerical calculations and validate complex data
  • Ability to establish effective working relationships, work independently, and demonstrate professionalism at all times

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Additional information about the position and job duties can be found in the attached job description.

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is an equal opportunity employer.

Forest Preserve District of DuPage County
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