Payroll Accountant

We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join a collaborative team in Naperville, Illinois on a Long-term Contract basis. This position will support high-volume payroll operations for a multi-location restaurant environment while also contributing to reporting and broader accounting needs. The ideal candidate brings strong Paycor experience, confidence working in Excel, and a flexible approach to supporting a small team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage recurring payroll processing for a large employee population across multiple restaurant locations, ensuring timely and accurate pay each cycle.
• Use Paycor to review hours, validate payroll details, and complete weekly payroll activities for assigned groups.
• Partner with restaurant managers to gather payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and confirm reporting accuracy before payroll is finalized.
• Prepare spending and payroll-related reports by extracting and organizing system data for monthly client reporting needs.
• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Assist with additional accounting tasks as business needs arise, contributing to a team-oriented work environment.
• Work extensively in Excel to analyze payroll information, reconcile data, and support reporting activities.
• Support payroll-related processes connected to Restaurant 365 as needed, with training provided on the system if required.