Payroll Specialist

The Parking Spot is the largest near-airport parking company in the United States, with over 2,000 team members across more than 40 locations. We offer an Employee Ownership Program, giving every team member a direct financial stake in our success. Our culture is built on support, fun, and camaraderie, fostering innovation and career growth in a nationwide business with a small-business feel.

Pay

Salary Range: $65,000 - $70,000

Benefits

• Participation in and financial benefit from our shared employee ownership program
• Hybrid work experience in downtown Chicago
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Exposure to all areas of the business
• Medical, Vision, and Dental benefits
• 401k plan
• Annual discretionary bonus program
• Team-oriented, fun, and friendly work environment
• Immediate opportunity to make a large impact

About the role

The Parking Spot is hiring a Payroll Specialist to join our Payroll team in Chicago. This newly created role offers exposure to payroll, audits, and reconciliation processes for an organization with 2,000+ employees in a multistate environment.

Responsibilities

• Process and issue weekly payroll, ensuring timely and accurate updates, adjustments, and compliance with internal policies
• Review and audit payroll data in UKG, investigate discrepancies, calculate retroactive payments, and coordinate with management to resolve issues
• Audit and approve timecard changes in the Workforce Management system; monitor timesheet and leave request status, and follow up on missing or unapproved entries
• Generate payroll reports, conduct regular data audits, and support internal and external reporting needs
• Handle post-payroll duties, including assembling the general ledger report, storing payroll registers, and communicating with Controller and Finance partners
• Manage the payroll inbox by responding to administrative tasks and requests, including resetting passwords, reviewing data accuracy, and ensuring proper deductions
• Oversee uncashed check and rapid pay card processes

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience processing payroll with an hourly workforce
• At least 1 year of experience with UKG Pro and Workforce Management
• Detail-oriented with respect to payroll and HR data
• Strong organizational skills and follow-through
• Excellent interpersonal skills and willingness to assist a large employee base
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and prioritize workload in a busy environment