Payroll Specialist - Hybrid

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Payroll Specialist to join our team. The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for assisting in the accurate and timely processing of employee payroll, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. This position is responsible for processing compensation for W2 and 1099 physicians and registering and maintaining payroll taxes in an HRIS system.

The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, excellent numerical skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a payroll team.

***This role will require 2 days in-office downtown Chicago***

Key Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing: Assist in processing biweekly or semi-monthly payroll for employees, including data entry, timekeeping, and calculation of wages and deductions.
• Verification: Verify timekeeping records and resolve any discrepancies or issues related to hours worked.
• Benefit Administration: Assist with the administration of employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other deductions.
• Tax Compliance: Ensure accurate calculation and timely submission of payroll taxes, including federal, state, and local withholding. 2 entities spanning ~45 states.
• Reporting: Generate payroll reports as needed.
• Communication: Address employee inquiries related to payroll, taxes, and deductions promptly and professionally.
• Record Keeping: Maintain organized and secure payroll records in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Compliance: Stay current with federal and state payroll laws and regulations to ensure accurate payroll processing and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• At least two years of related experience required
• Ability to correctly register and audit local, state, SIT and SUI payroll taxes
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software, and HRIS systems
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and provide exemplary customer service via verbal and written means with internal customers in a diverse and distributed team environment
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively under deadlines and self-manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to thrive in a100% High growth fast paced organization and
• Remote based environment

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, and 401(k)
• PTO based on an accrual system
• Casual and engaging startup environment with an outstanding mission-driven team atmosphere
• Work remotely from the comfort of your own home or office
• NOCD provides 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for the primary caregiver, and 6 weeks of fully paid leave for the secondary caregiver, for qualifying full-time employees.