Senior Payroll Specialist

GC America Inc•Alsip, IL

11d•$80,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing, auditing, and balancing payroll for U.S. and Canadian employees while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This role requires independent judgment and initiative to manage complex payroll data, address inquiries, and maintain payroll systems and reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience preferred or combination of education and experience
Experience processing payroll for U.S. and Canadian employees.
4+ years of payroll experience
Ability to audit, reconcile, and analyze complex payroll data.
Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax requirements, and labor laws in the U.S. and Canada.
Technology/Equipment- Proficiency with MS office products.

Responsibilities

Process, audit, and balance payroll for U.S. and Canadian employees, applying independent judgment.
Analyze, reconcile, and audit complex payroll-related data, accounts, and reports.
Interface payroll files from benefit vendors and handle month-end and quarter-end payroll journal entries.
Address employee inquiries and resolve payroll discrepancies.
Improve payroll processes and procedures.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including tax obligations, retirement contributions, and labor laws.
Prepare and distribute payroll reports such as paychecks, W-2s, T2200s, and other required employee or regulatory documentation.
Maintain and enhance payroll systems to ensure efficiency and regulatory alignment.
Liaise with auditors during payroll tax audits and maintain accurate, well-organized payroll records.

Benefits

Hybrid work schedule
401(k) through Fidelity and company matching 10%
Dental insurance with Delta Dental PPO
Health insurance BCBS Illinois PPO
Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account
Company Paid Life Insurance (two times annual salary)
Paid time off including an extra paid week off the week between Christmas and New Years
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance through EyeMed
10 paid holidays