HR & Payroll Coordinator

3 days ago

Chicago IL, Cook County, IL; Illinois, United States LaSalle Network Full-time
LaSalle Network has partnered with a client to find a detail-oriented, proactive

HR & Payroll Coordinator

to join their team on a contract-to-hire basis Sitting on the HR team and partnering closely with Finance and Payroll, you will play a critical role in ensuring that all HR-driven changes are accurately captured and reflected in payroll. If you thrive in a hands-on environment where you can build structure, improve manual processes, and make an immediate impact, this is the opportunity for you. Contract Details:

Hourly Pay Rate:

$30.00/hr Location:

Chicago, IL Hybrid Schedule:

2 days on-site (typically Tues/Thurs) Benefits:

LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit

Key Responsibilities: Payroll & HR Data Management:

Own and process HR updates impacting payroll, including thorough review, data validation, and pre-payroll cross-checking. Lifecycle Administration:

Manage end-to-end payroll updates, including onboarding, manager changes, compensation increases, and offboarding/terminations. Complex Pay Impacts:

Handle leave management impacts (understanding pay, tax, and withholding implications) and support seamless handoffs for severance processing. Process Improvement:

Navigate manual tracking and limited system integrations, document processes as you learn them, and champion continuous operational improvements. HR Support:

Assist with general HR coordination tasks, such as managing team inbox inquiries and cross-functional administrative duties.

Qualifications: System Expertise:

Hands-on experience with

UKG / UltiPro

(Required / Top Priority); experience with

SAP SuccessFactors

(Strong Preference) and

BambooHR

(Nice to Have). Payroll Acumen:

Demonstrated background in payroll processing—knowing

how

to run payroll, rather than just performing basic data entry. HR-to-Payroll Bridge:

Solid understanding of how HR actions (leaves, status updates, pay adjustments) flow into payroll systems. Accuracy & Accountability:

Highly detail-oriented with a strong sense of ownership, comfortable working in a process-heavy, semi-manual environment. Communication:

Exceptional communication skills with the ability to ask questions, raise flags early, and collaborate smoothly across HR and Finance.

Why Apply? This is a high-visibility, 90-day temp-to-hire opportunity with a growing organization that values problem-solvers who take ownership of their work. If you are ready to jump in, clean up processes, and secure a permanent home with a great company, apply today through LaSalle Network Cas Ngiramowai Recruiting Lead LaSalle Network #LI-CN1