Payroll Specailist

Payroll Specialist
On-site | Mt. Prospect, IL
$45,000-$55,000 + annual performance bonus

Our client, is a third generation, family-owned commercial insulation contractor that has proudly served the Chicagoland area since 1940. With approximately $15M in annual revenue and a team of 50-70 employees, the company is known for its quality craftsmanship, strong customer relationships, and exceptional employee longevity.

They are seeking a Payroll Specialist to join the team as the current payroll professional prepares for retirement at year-end. This role is being brought on early to allow for a thorough training period and a seamless transition. It's a great opportunity to step into a stable, close-knit environment where accuracy, reliability, and employee support are highly valued.
Why Join as the Payroll Specialist?

• Long-standing, multi-generational family business with deep roots in the community
• Strong reputation in the Chicagoland commercial construction industry
• Highly tenured workforce with strong employee loyalty and retention
• Direct access to ownership and leadership team
• Supportive, collaborative office culture
• Opportunity to learn and grow within a well-established organization
• Annual performance-based bonus

Key Responsibilities for the Payroll Specialist

• Process weekly payroll for approximately 70 employees, including both union and non-union staff
• Handle certified payroll and contracting payroll requirements (experience preferred)
• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee documentation
• Support general data entry and HR-related recordkeeping as needed
• Assist with light Accounts Payable and billing tasks when required
• Ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely processing within a construction environment

Qualifications for the Payroll Specialist

• 1-5 years of payroll experience, ideally within construction industry
• Union payroll experience is a plus, but not required
• Certified payroll and construction contracting exposure strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail with excellent accuracy and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently in a lean, hands-on office environment
• Reliable, accountable, and proactive work style
• Strong communication skills and professional demeanor
• No degree required

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