Payroll Specialist (Hybrid)
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Before you apply
Salary$27 – $30/hr
LocationMidWest Corporate, Bensenville, Illinois, United States
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3+ yrs
DepartmentPayroll
Company size51–200 people
PostedOct 7, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
At least 3 years of payroll and accounting experience
Experience processing high-volume, multi-state, and multi-entity payroll
Strong Excel skills, including experience with PivotTables and lookup functions such as XLOOKUP and VLOOKUP
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
Comfort working with AI-supported systems and evolving technology
An analytical, problem-solving mindset and the ability to look beyond task completion to understand and resolve issues
The ability to adapt to ongoing changes in processes, priorities, and business needs
Skills
Excel
PivotTables
XLOOKUP
VLOOKUP
AI-supported systems
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Long term disability insurance
Wellness program
Pet insurance
Commuter benefits
Consumer discount program
401(k)
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Community service time
Paid parental leave
About the company
At Verstela, we don’t just fill jobs—we create success stories for the talent, clients and communities we serve.
Our guiding principle is simple: we are successful when we help others become successful.
Year after year, we’re named to ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing list, a testament to our ongoing commitment to service excellence and customer satisfaction.
About the Role
As a Payroll & Accounting Specialist, you’ll play an important role in supporting both payroll and accounting operations across multiple states and business entities. You’ll be responsible for accurate payroll processing while also supporting client billing, invoicing, and accounts payable.
You’ll work in a fast-paced environment where priorities and processes continue to evolve, so we’re looking for someone who is comfortable with change, learns quickly, and enjoys solving problems. This role is a strong fit for someone who brings solid payroll experience along with accounting knowledge and is ready to take a more analytical approach to their work.
You will:
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Process high-volume payroll accurately and on time across multiple states and business entities.
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Review payroll data, identify discrepancies, and troubleshoot issues before they impact employees.
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Partner with internal teams to research and resolve payroll-related questions.
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Manage client billing and invoicing, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
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Support Accounts Payable, including reviewing and processing invoices and resolving discrepancies.
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Use Excel and payroll systems to review, organize, and analyze payroll information.
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Work with AI-supported systems and new technology designed to improve payroll processes and efficiency.
You have:
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At least 3 years of payroll and accounting experience.
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Experience processing high-volume, multi-state, and multi-entity payroll.
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Strong Excel skills, including experience with PivotTables and lookup functions such as XLOOKUP and VLOOKUP.
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Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
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Comfort working with AI-supported systems and evolving technology.
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An analytical, problem-solving mindset and the ability to look beyond task completion to understand and resolve issues.
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The ability to adapt to ongoing changes in processes, priorities, and business needs.
Pay: $27.00 - $30.00 an hour
Schedule: Hybrid, with 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home.
The standard rotating schedule includes 4 days from 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. and 1 day from 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. CT. We are also open to someone who prefers a consistent 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. CT schedule.
Benefits
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Medical, Dental Vision
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Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
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Employee Wellness Program
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Pet Insurance
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Commuter Benefits
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Consumer Discount Program Membership
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401(K) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
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8 Paid Holidays
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15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) the first year
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3 days of Paid Community Service Time (CTO)
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3 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, plus PTO match of up to 3 weeks
Want to Take the Next Step?
If you’re an experienced payroll professional who enjoys solving problems, learning new systems, and finding better ways to get the work done, we’d love to hear from you.
If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of an organization that’s consistently in the top 2% of staffing companies nationwide, we invite you to join us on our mission of creating success stories daily.