Lauterbach & Amen, LLP is a well-established CPA firm specializing in accounting, auditing and consulting services. The firm is a recognized leader in the accounting industry and has grown continuously over the past twenty years. With our roots in governmental accounting, we have continued to develop additional specialties to meet the needs of a diverse, strong and growing client base. At Lauterbach & Amen, LLP, we value our people and know that each employee is vital to our success.

We are searching for a full-time payroll specialist to join our Client Accounting and Advisory Services team. This role will be based at one of our client's in Glenview, IL.

In addition to an energetic and supportive culture, we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package - including health, dental, vision, life, STD, and LTD insurances and 401(k) match.

Essential job duties:

• Oversight of full-cycle payroll process including flow of information from HRIS, payroll and timekeeping systems
• Ensures the bi-weekly files are created to issue direct deposits, checks and wire transfers associated with payroll
• Coordination with Human Resources department to capture and process payroll updates
• Liaison to other departments regarding the payroll functions and as a point of contact to respond to payroll questions
• Administrator and main point of contact for timekeeping systems and payroll system
• Processes approvals for timesheets in a timely manner
• Responsible for the creation of reports, updating schedules and shifts in timekeeping software, setting up employees and supervisors, and reviewing employee changes in systems
• Responsible for reviewing compliance filings including unemployment monthly and quarterly, federal and state tax returns, quarterly 941’s and W-2’s prepared by Paylocity
• Understands government payroll rules and regulations including union contracts

Position Qualifications:

• 3+ years payroll experience, governmental payroll experience a plus
• Must have experience processing payroll in Paylocity
• Strong verbal & written communication abilities
• Desire to work in a team environment
• Ability to multi task, establish priorities & organize efficiently
• Highly motivated, self-starter

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO