Payroll Specialist

Aligned Modern Health (AMH) is creating a new standard of healthcare. As the largest evidence-based holistic healthcare practice in the Midwest, we operate 16 clinics across Chicago with a rapidly expanding telehealth practice that will be serving patients nationwide by 2026.

Our collaborative team of over 100 doctors, nurse practitioners, and clinicians provides personalized care for men, women and children across functional medicine, hormone health, physical medicine, and acupuncture. Aligned Modern Health treats the whole person with strong doctor-patient relationships and proven clinical outcomes – empowering lasting well-being and long-term health.

To learn more about us, please visit our website at www.alignedmodernhealth.com ().

We are looking for a self-starting, critical thinking, Chicagoland-area candidate to join us as a full-time Payroll Specialist. The role pays $55,000 - $65,000 per year, based on experience.

Essential Job Functions

Process semi-monthly payroll for employees with accuracy and efficiency.

Calculate and administer employee benefits, deductions, and taxes.

Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation.

Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues.

Collaborate with HR, Operations, and Finance teams to ensure accurate employee data.

Accumulate, review, and balance hours in the Rippling time and attendance module.

Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations.

Handle payroll adjustments including retroactive pay, garnishments, special pays, and paid time off (PTO) adjustments.

Review and maintain payroll tax notices from agencies, ensuring accurate and timely tax withholding and reporting.

Create payroll reports for reconciliation of retirement plan contributions, employee benefit programs, and general ledger entry.

Assist with quarter-end and year-end payroll reconciliations and ensure accurate reporting to the payroll service provider.

Conduct regular audits of payroll records for accuracy

Assist with 401(k) and Workers Compensation audits

(Potential future responsibilities) Oversee aspects of the company budget and manage payroll for a growing team.

What You Bring to the Community Enterprise

BS / BA in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources or related field preferred.

3-5 years of experience in payroll processing, ideally processing payroll for a small to mid-sized organization.

Experience with payroll software and systems required, preferably Quickbooks Online and Rippling.

Understanding of federal, state, and local payroll laws, including tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and other relevant compliance areas.

Excellent understanding of multi-state payroll, its laws, taxes, and regulations.

Certified Payroll Professional or Fundamental Payroll Certification is a plus.

A keen eye for detail, analytical mind, sound math skills, outstanding communication skills

We offer competitive full-time employee compensation with additional benefits, including :

• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical plans, as well as dental and vision insurance
• Guaranteed paid time off
• Eligibility for short-term disability insurance and 401(k)
• Unlimited opportunity to grow with one of Chicago's most exciting and fastest growing health and wellness companies.

Aligned Modern Health is an equal opportunity employer.