Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Itasca, IL


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Type: Direct-Hire

Category: Human Resources

Reference ID: 10069040

Shortcut: http://addisongroup.gosnaphop.com/YOvKo8


Job Title: Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Location (City, State): Schaumburg

Industry: CPG

Pay: $60- $70k

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).


About Our Client:

Our client is a dynamic organization focused on delivering strong HR operations and talent strategies. They are seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to support payroll processing, benefits administration, and HR systems. This role offers hands-on exposure to HR operations, analytics, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment.


Job Description:

The Payroll & Benefits Specialist supports the day-to-day operations of payroll, benefits, and HR systems. This role involves coordination across HR Operations, assisting with payroll preparation, employee data management, and HRIS processes, while partnering closely with the management team & other departments.


Key Responsibilities

  • Support biweekly and semimonthly payroll processing, including data verification and employee updates
  • Assist with payroll audits, reconciliation, and close activities to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Administer employee benefits processes including enrollments, changes, and terminations
  • Maintain accurate employee records across payroll, benefits, and HR systems
  • Monitor HR inboxes, respond to inquiries, and route requests as needed
  • Support HRIS updates, data entry, and reporting
  • Track employee lifecycle changes such as hires, terminations, and compensation updates
  • Assist with HR workflows and escalate discrepancies impacting data accuracy or operations
  • Contribute to reporting, analytics, and performance management processes
  • Provide administrative and operational support across HR programs and initiatives


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required (Human Resources, Business, or related field preferred)
  • 1–3 years of experience in HR, payroll, benefits, or administrative roles
  • Exposure to HRIS Systems
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and documentation skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)


Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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