Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Prince Industries • Carol Stream, Illinois • Full Time • $80,000–$90,000 / year
Posted on Sat, Aug 29, 2026
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll and Benefits Specialist to fully own and manage the end-to-end payroll and benefits administration for six locations across multiple states. This role requires an individual who takes complete responsibility for the payroll function – proactively identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving issues independently. The Ideal candidate will ensure our hourly and salaried workforce is paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with manufacturing-specific labor regulations, such as shift differentials and overtime rules. The ideal candidate must have recent hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees, including complex calculations for shift differentials, overtime, and bonuses.
- Act as the primary administrator for the ADP Workforce Now (Next Gen) payroll platform, maintaining the integrity of employee data and utilizing the Time Labor Management (TLM) system.
- Lead the administration of employee health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plans, and annual open enrollment.
- Ensure strict adherence to federal and state labor laws (FLSA, ACA). Lead internal and external audits, including workers' compensation and 401(k) audits.
- Manage the completion and filing of benefits compliance such as Plan Non-Discrimination testing, Form 5500, and Medical Spend Reporting.
- Generate and analyze specialized payroll and HR reports for plant leadership to assist with labor cost analysis and budgeting.
- Serve as the first point of contact for plant employees regarding pay discrepancies, tax withholdings, and benefits inquiries.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in troubleshooting payroll and benefits software issues, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to operation.
- Drive the improvement and ongoing maintenance of internal controls to strengthen accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.
- Administer file feeds between vendors and payroll systems, including maintaining feed accuracy and auditing payroll data to ensure reliable processing.
- Maintain data integrity across payroll, vendor, and employee records by regularly reviewing, validating, and correcting information as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5-7 years of high-volume payroll experience, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Proficiency in payroll software, specifically ADP Workforce Now is required. Experience with ADP Workforce Now Next Gen is helpful. Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) for data reconciliation.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, or Finance preferred; or equivalent practical experience.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is a strong plus.
- Strong understanding of multi-state tax jurisdictions, garnishments, and labor laws. High level of confidentiality and professional communication skills.
Physical Job Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to travel as required to support programs across facilities.
Benefits
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA) w/ Prescription Coverage
- Dental PPO Insurance
- Vision PPO Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance and AD & D – Including options to add on additional life insurance for yourself, spouse & children.
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- 401(k) Fidelity Plan with strong employer match
- Personal Retirement Advisor
- Generous PTO Policy and Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement for Job-Related Classes
- Personal Protective Equipment reimbursement (safety glasses, shoes, etc.)
Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000 Annually
Due to ITAR regulations, only U.S. persons—defined as U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), and U.S. nationals—are eligible for this position.
*We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Applicants can learn more about Prince's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster (https://www.eeoc.gov/employers ).
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