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Payroll Specialist II

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A Payroll Specialist manages the financial and accounting work involved in processing payroll for a company or organization. Manages employee benefits programs and payroll deductions, or assists with evaluating compensation levels for different job categories and titles.

$50,405 / year median in Illinois

-9% projected decline

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Union Payroll Specialist Salary:
$70,000 - $75,000
Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
Play a critical role in ensuring accurate payroll administration across multiple union environments and job sites. Gain exposure to complex payroll operations, collective bargaining agreements, and multi-jurisdiction compliance. Partner closely with HR, Accounting, Operations, and Project Management teams, offering strong cross-functional visibility. Develop deep expertise in certified payroll reporting, prevailing wage regulations, and union benefit fund administration. Work in a stable, essential industry with opportunities to broaden your payroll and compliance knowledge. Contribute directly to process improvements that enhance payroll accuracy and operational efficiency. Build valuable experience with multi-state payroll, union reporting, and payroll systems technology. Key Responsibilities for the
Union Payroll Specialist:
Process payroll for union employees across multiple unions, job sites, and jurisdictions. Calculate and remit union deductions, fringe benefits, and trust fund contributions. Prepare certified payroll reports and required union compliance documentation. Audit payroll data for compliance with collective bargaining agreements and prevailing wage laws. Reconcile payroll discrepancies and maintain accurate employee payroll records. Collaborate with operations, HR, and accounting teams to validate payroll and job costing information. Qualifications for the
Union Payroll Specialist:
Experience processing payroll in a union, construction, or similar labor-intensive environment. Strong knowledge of collective bargaining agreements, union wage rates, and fringe benefit contributions. Experience with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage requirements. Proficiency with payroll systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. #INJUL2026