Payroll Coordinator

Dentons US LLP is currently recruiting for a Payroll Coordinator to be resident in our Chicago office.  This position will report to the Payroll Manager providing support to all Firm personnel

Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly payroll, including wage calculations, adjustments and deductions for US employees.
• Process and validate employee change requests: such as new hires, transfers, promotions, terminations and leave of absence.
• Process voids, manual checks, wage attachments and garnishments.
• Work within the HRIS system and the HR team to ensure accurate implementation of changes related to employee profile.
• Manage and maintain accurate employee payroll records, including personal information, tax withholdings, 401K and direct deposit details.
• Work with UKG Pro on payroll related issues.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for all employee payroll related inquiries, questions and issues.
• Process year-end—assist in the accurate processing of year-end information, including the preparation and distribution of W-2s.
• Monitor and maintain department and firm standards, policies and procedures.
• Maintaining highly confidential employee payroll records and information in accordance with federal and state regulations and firm guidelines.
• Stay updated on payroll software and process improvements.
• Assist in ad-hoc HR and Payroll projects as required.
• Other duties as assigned to fully meet the requirements of the position.

Experience & Qualifications

• Payroll experience, ideally within a law firm or professional services.
• UKG Pro system experience is preferred.
• Microsoft Excel experience, proficient in Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.
• Effective communication skills and follow-through with employees of all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking and analytical skills.
• Ability to perform successfully in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work effectively with a team.

Salary

Chicago Only DOE: $65,252- $83,000

Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.

Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US, LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call our Talent Acquisition Specialist at +1 314 259 5898 or contact us at dentonsusstaffrecruitment@dentons.com.

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