Payroll Manager

$40 - $50 hourly
Job Category: Accounting & Finance
Position Type: Contract / Temporary to Hire
Work Model: Hybrid
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Job ID: 144139
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Our client is more than just a marketing and branding agency. They are storytellers, innovators and creatives who help brands craft their identities and connect with audiences in meaningful ways. Their dynamic and collaborative culture empowers every team member to drive success, and we’re looking for a Payroll Manager to help ensure their talented workforce is well taken care of.

As the Payroll Manager, you will oversee the entire payroll function, ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on time. You will collaborate with HR and Finance to manage compliance, optimize payroll processes and ensure payroll-related issues are handled efficiently. We’re looking for someone with exceptional attention to detail, a passion for process improvement and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment.

Payroll Manager Responsibilities:
  • Manage end-to-end payroll for both salaried and hourly employees, ensuring accurate and timely payments
  • Ensure payroll practices comply with federal, state and local regulations, including tax filings and reporting requirements
  • Identify and implement improvements to payroll processes, including automating workflows and improving data accuracy
  • Generate and analyze payroll reports for internal teams, including Finance, Accounting and HR, to provide insights and recommendations
  • Oversee deductions, benefits administration and any payroll-related changes for employees (e.g., bonuses, commissions, etc.)
  • Serve as the point of contact for payroll-related inquiries, resolving issues and answering employee questions with professionalism and accuracy
  • Prepare for and manage audits related to payroll, taxes and benefits

Payroll Manager Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR or a related field
  • 3+ years of payroll management experience, preferably in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong knowledge of payroll software systems (e.g., ADP, Paycom) and Microsoft Excel
  • Solid understanding of payroll regulations and tax laws
  • Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and in collaboration with cross-functional teams

If you’re ready to help support a team of passionate creatives by ensuring smooth payroll processes, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today!

Thank you,

Sarah Carpenter
Project Manager, Accounting and Finance
LaSalle Network 
LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our benefits here.