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Forest Preserve District of DuPage County

Payroll Administrator

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A Payroll Administrator is responsible for administrative tasks relating to payroll, which may include keeping totals for hours worked by employees, rates of pay and managing payments to employees.

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Payroll Administrator Forest Preserve District of DuPage County - 3.3 Wheaton, IL Job Details Full-time $35.90 - $40.42 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Research Full Job Description The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is seeking a detaildriven and collaborative Payroll Administrator to join our Finance and Human Resources teams located in Wheaton, IL. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys analytical, accuracyfocused work and takes pride in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time. As the District's payroll subject matter expert, you'll play a key role in managing payroll processes, maintaining compliance, supporting staff with payrollrelated inquiries, and administering our payroll software system.
Compensation Starting pay:
$35.91 - $40.42 per hour. The position includes a comprehensive and generous benefits package featuring: Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension program Tuition Reimbursement for continued education and development Employerfunded Professional Organization Membership Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time Life Insurance Deferred Compensation options About Us The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, located twenty (20) miles west of Chicago, IL is a highly acclaimed government agency that has been instrumental in enhancing the overall quality of life for the residents of DuPage County for over 100 years. We believe in conservation, teamwork and public service. Our mission is to protect and improve the county's natural areas while providing high-quality educational and recreational experiences for the people who call DuPage home. Schedule Monday - Friday | 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Key Responsibilities Responsible for processing bi-weekly and special payrolls using third party software, including salary audits and payroll deduction and accrual updates. Reviews payroll reports, identifies and corrects discrepancies, and performs edits to ensure accuracy and compliance. Subject matter expert (SME) in administering the payroll software system. Research, recommends, and implements solutions to system issues. Manages iSolved employee login issues for HR and payroll. Audits all payroll postings to the general ledger. Partners with the Human Resources department to accurately process payroll changes, including mass salary increases and employment verifications. Key Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 4-6 years of related payroll experience Previous municipal payroll experience highly preferred Direct supervisory experience is preferred Valid driver's license in good standing Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook Strong analytical skills to perform numerical calculations and validate complex data Ability to establish effective working relationships, work independently, and demonstrate professionalism at all times Apply Today Follow the link to apply directly and be considered for the position. Additional information about the position and job duties can be found in the attached job description. The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is an equal opportunity employer.