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The LaSalle Group

Payroll Specialist

Niles, IL · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Willingness to learn and assist with other tasks as needed. * Experience with Paycom (strongly ... entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance ...

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Payroll Assistant job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,058 per year, or $22.6 per hour.

Payroll Specialist

The LaSalle Group

Niles, IL • On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Key Details:
  • Employment Type: Direct Hire
  • Compensation: $70,000-80,000
  • Benefits (Direct Hire): Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance
  • Location: Niles, IL
  • Work Model: On-site

Responsibilities:
  • Process payroll for approximately 300 hourly employees and 80-100 salaried employees.
  • Calculate and process payroll that includes draws and commissions.
  • Support additional accounting functions during non-payroll weeks, demonstrating flexibility and willingness to learn.

Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of payroll experience
  • Accounting experience nice to have.
  • Willingness to learn and assist with other tasks as needed.
  • Experience with Paycom (strongly preferred)

Benefits:
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance with a 401(k)
If you meet the qualifications and are looking for your next opportunity, we encourage you to apply today.
Abbie Lewis
Accounting/Finance Recruiter
LaSalle Network
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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.

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