Payroll Specialist

LaSalle Network is partnering with our client to hire a Payroll Specialist for an on-site contract opportunity in Chicago, Illinois. This Payroll Specialist will support a busy restaurant/hospitality environment and will be responsible for processing weekly and bi-weekly payroll cycles, including tips and mixed employee types (hourly, salaried). This is an exciting Payroll Specialist role because you will have direct C-suite exposure, a steady and predictable cadence tied to alternating payroll schedules, and the chance to make an immediate impact by ensuring the team is fully supported especially during the holiday season. Responsibilities Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll, including payroll for tipped employees, salaried employees, and hourly employees.Manage payroll administration and respond to staff payroll questions in a pleasant, professional, and solutions-oriented manner.Support payroll processing across two alternating schedules (including Illinois and Florida payroll weeks) and adjust workload accordingly.Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to resolve payroll issues and ensure accurate, timely processing.Assist with general accounting exposure tied to payroll operations, including light AP/AR support as needed. Qualifications 1+ year of payroll processing experience using Toast.1+ year of experience working with Restaurant365.2+ years of overall payroll experience (restaurant/hospitality experience strongly preferred).Ability to handle the administrative and customer-service side of payroll, including frequent staff communication and problem solving.Ability to work through key holiday periods (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s) without extensive planned time off.Comfortable in an independent, small-office environment with direct leadership interaction. Key Details Employment Type: ContractCompensation: $30 – $40 per hourBenefits (Contract): LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit: https://www.thelasallenetwork.com/consultants/Location: Chicago, IllinoisWork Model: On-site Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today we're actively interviewing and excited to meet you. Mikayla McGovern Recruiter Consultant Resources | LaSalle Network #LNAF 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, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, 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, 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.All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.