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Description

We are looking for a skilled Payroll & Benefits Specialist to support our client in Chicago, Illinois. This contract position requires a meticulous individual who can manage payroll for a large workforce, ensuring compliance with multistate tax regulations and maintaining high standards of accuracy. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll systems and a commitment to delivering seamless payroll operations.

Start date: 8/11/25

Pay rate: $40-50/hr.

Duration: Estimated 3 months

Onsite: 2-3 days/week (Tuesdays & Thursdays, required).

Responsibilities:

• Process payroll for approximately 1,000 employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timely payment.

• Monitor and ensure compliance with state tax regulations, including reporting requirements.

• Manage the payroll inbox to address inquiries and resolve employee payroll-related issues efficiently.

• Utilize knowledge of multistate tax laws to maintain payroll compliance across different jurisdictions.

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure payroll operations align with organizational policies and procedures.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to payroll activities.

• Identify and resolve discrepancies in payroll data to ensure precision and reliability.

• Provide support during audits by delivering required payroll records and compliance documentation.

• Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure continuous compliance.

• Assist with onboarding new employees into payroll systems and verifying their information.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in U.S. multistate payroll processing.

• Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now software, required.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling payroll operations.

• Solid understanding of state tax laws and regulations.

• Excellent communication skills for addressing payroll-related inquiries and resolving issues.

• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

• Preferred but not required: familiarity with international payroll processes.

• Preferred but not required: experience with Delta Vision software.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

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