Edelman has an opportunity for a Payroll Administrator to be a part of an exciting and innovative team! The Payroll Administrator position is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who is looking to grow with a dynamic team at one of the top global communications firms.

At Edelman you will be able to take responsibility for your personal growth and development using available resources such as Edelman Learning Institute, on-the-job training, and mentoring opportunities.

The Payroll Administrator assists in the preparation of the company’s semi-monthly U.S. payrolls and interacts with employees at all levels.

Responsibilities include accurate and timely payroll processing in compliance with government regulations, performing established internal control activities, and responding to inquiries/requests in a timely and professional manner. 

An ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 - 6 years of multi-state payroll experience, an understanding of federal and state tax laws, and familiarity with the processing of garnishments, wage assignments, and tax levies. The ideal candidate will also have working knowledge of time and attendance systems including ADP eTime, Kronos, or Workday.

The Payroll Coordinator reports directly to the SVP of Payroll.

This role is hybrid in Chicago, IL.

Responsibilities:

• Semi-monthly Payroll Processing:
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Facilitates and audits the integration of eTime to ADP Enterprise to ensure hours are accurately reported and paid.
• Reviews computed wages ensuring the accuracy of earnings and deductions.
• Maintains accurate records and reports of all payroll transactions per the company’s record retention policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
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• Service & Support :
• Responds timely to inquiries and requests while safeguarding the confidentiality of payroll information.
• Works cooperatively with colleagues in Human Resources and Accounting to provide quality seamless customer service on all payroll-related issues.

Basic Qualifications:

• At least 5 - 6 years of multi-state payroll experience.
• Accounting/Business degree or college-level accounting coursework or equivalent work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge of payroll functions including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Meticulous attention to detail, self-motivated, maintains a high standard of confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational skills adapts/responds to changes in priorities, and displays a sense of ownership.
• Works effectively with others as part of a team, as well as working well independently.
• Payroll software knowledge: ADP Enterprise EV6 Payroll experience preferred.
• Time and attendance software knowledge required; eTime, Kronos, or Workday preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of MS Excel and Word.

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