Senior Payroll Processor

Job Title: Senior Payroll Processor

Location: Downtown Chicago, IL 
Industry: Building Products / Manufacturing
Department: Finance
Reports To: Payroll Manager 

Join a leading company in the building products industry, headquartered in the heart of downtown Chicago. With a long-standing reputation for quality and innovation, we manufacture and distribute materials used in residential and commercial construction projects across the U.S. As we continue to grow, we’re seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Payroll Processor to take ownership of our payroll function and ensure timely, accurate compensation for our employees.

The Senior Payroll Processor will be responsible for the end-to-end processing of multi-state payrolls on a bi-weekly basis. This role requires in-depth payroll processing experience, a strong understanding of payroll tax regulations, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The ideal candidate is analytical, organized, and committed to confidentiality and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process full-cycle, multi-state payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple locations

• Maintain and update employee payroll records including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and benefit deductions

• Ensure payroll transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

• Review and validate timesheets, commissions, and bonuses

• Manage payroll tax filings and reconcile tax payments with third-party vendors or internal systems

• Respond to employee inquiries related to pay, deductions, and time reporting

• Support internal and external audits by providing payroll reports and documentation

• Partner with HR, Finance, and IT to resolve payroll discrepancies and implement process improvements

• Ensure payroll systems and practices meet organizational needs and regulatory requirements

• Assist with year-end activities including W-2 preparation and reconciliations

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of payroll processing experience, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations

• Experience processing payroll for multiple states and locations

• Proficiency in payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, Workday, or similar platforms)

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, etc.)

• High level of accuracy, discretion, and attention to detail

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is a plus

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

• A collaborative, supportive work environment

• Opportunities for advancement in a growing organization

• Convenient downtown location accessible by public transportation

Apply Today
Bring your payroll expertise to a company that values precision, performance, and people. Apply now and become part of a team that keeps things running smoothly behind the scenes.

Lauren Just 
Team Lead, Accounting & Finance 
LaSalle Network

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