Payroll Accountant
Luxury Travel | Hybrid – 3 Days in Office | Amazing Culture | Travel Perks
We are partnering with a highly respected global organization in the luxury travel space to hire a Payroll Accountant for its Chicago team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to join an exciting, sophisticated industry while still enjoying excellent work-life balance. The company has an amazing culture, a collaborative and friendly team, great benefits, and some very unique perks—including discounts on stays at luxury hotels around the world .
The position offers a hybrid schedule with only 3 days per week in the office and a culture that truly values flexibility and quality of life.
What You'll Do
This is a hands-on payroll and accounting position where you'll have exposure to both U.S. and international operations .
You'll be responsible for:
- Managing and processing payroll for employees in the U.S. and internationally.
- Ensuring payroll is completed accurately and on time.
- Preparing payroll-related journal entries and account reconciliations .
- Reconciling payroll activity to the general ledger.
- Reviewing payroll reports and researching discrepancies.
- Managing payroll deductions, taxes, benefits, garnishments, and retirement-related activity.
- Maintaining accurate payroll records and supporting documentation.
- Assisting with payroll-related audits and compliance requirements.
- Working with employees and internal teams to answer payroll questions and resolve issues.
- Partnering with outside payroll providers when necessary.
- Helping improve payroll processes, controls, and reporting.
- Assisting with weekly, monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll activities.
- Working closely with Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources.
What They're Looking For
- Approximately 4–6 years of payroll and/or payroll accounting experience .
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Experience working with ADP is highly desirable.
- International payroll exposure is a plus.
- Understanding of payroll-related journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger accounting .
- Good Excel skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
- Someone organized who can manage multiple deadlines.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative personality.
- Someone who enjoys being part of a team and providing great internal customer service.