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Grainger logoGrainger

Payroll Tax Specialist

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$26/hr–$40/hr

Mid level

Work Location Type: Hybrid Req Number 331867 About Grainger W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving…

Skills: Payroll Processing, SAP, ADP, Kronos, Multi-state Payroll

Abbott logoAbbott

Contract Management Representative

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · On-site

$87k–$173k/yr

Mid level$20B raised

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnost…

Skills: Contract Lifecycle Management, Pricing Analysis, Rebate Administration, SAP, Microsoft Excel

Abbott logoAbbott

Contract Implementation Specialist

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · On-site

$61k–$123k/yr

Mid level$20B raised

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnost…

Skills: Contract Implementation, Model N, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Contract Administration

Uline logoUline

Open Interviews - Stop by and meet with us!

Gurnee, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

Open Interviews - Stop by and meet with us! Every Thursday: 9 AM to 11 AM Location: 2105 S. Lakeside Drive - Waukegan, IL 60085 Drop in and discover your future with Uline! Sign up for Uline’s Open Interviews to speak di…

Skills: Accounting, Finance, Advertising, Marketing, Customer Service

Uline logoUline

Uline Finance Hiring Event - Waukegan, IL

Gurnee, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level

Uline Finance Hiring Event - Waukegan, IL Every Thursday: 9 AM to 11 AM Location: 2105 S. Lakeside Drive - Waukegan, IL 60085 Drop in and discover your future with Uline! Sign up for Uline’s Finance Hiring Event to speak…

Skills: Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Business Systems Analysis, Cash Application

Northern Trust Asset Management logoNorthern Trust Asset Management

Associate Relationship Advisor

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · On-site

$100k–$169k/yr

Mid level

About Northern Trust As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, fa…

Skills: Relationship Management, Wealth Management, Asset Servicing, Financial Planning, Estate Planning

Novolex logoNovolex

Sr. Manager, Operations Strategy

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$160k–$180k/yr

Senior

Company Overview Why Choose Us? Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, gro…

Skills: Network Optimization, Supply Chain Strategy, Financial Modeling, Scenario Analysis, ROI Modeling

Abbott logoAbbott

Senior Specialist Procurement

Chicago, Illinois, United States · On-site

$78k–$156k/yr

Senior$20B raised

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnost…

Skills: Supplier Negotiations, Should Cost Analysis, Project Management, Power BI, Data Management

Consumers Credit Union logoConsumers Credit Union

Contact (Call) Center Representative

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$16/hr–$25/hr

Entry level

At Consumers Credit Union, we’re not just “The People in Your Corner,” we’re a certified Great Place to Work! We're currently looking for our newest group of Contact (Call) Center Representatives!…

Skills: Customer Service, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Computer Proficiency, Spanish Bilingualism

Reynolds Consumer Products logoReynolds Consumer Products

Sr. Financial Analyst - Global Sourcing

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · On-site

$86k–$121k/yr

Mid level$700M raised

Overview Join Reynolds Consumer Products…and Drive Your Career across a world of opportunities! We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Financial Analyst at our Corporate Headquarters in Lake Forest, IL. Responsibi…

Skills: Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cash Flow Analysis

Reynolds Consumer Products logoReynolds Consumer Products

Sr. Financial Analyst - Global Commercialization

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · On-site

$86k–$121k/yr

Mid level$700M raised

Overview Join Reynolds Consumer Products…and Drive Your Career across a world of opportunities! We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Financial Analyst - Global Commercialization at our Corporate Headquarters in …

Skills: Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Forecasting, Cash Flow Analysis

Lake Forest College

Asst Women's Lacrosse Coach/Volleyball Operations Coordinator

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · On-site

$47k–$50k/yr

Mid level

Lake Forest College, located just north of Chicago, invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach/Volleyball Operations Coordinator. This role provides a comprehensive opportun…

Skills: On-field Coaching, Strategy Development, Skill Instruction, Recruiting, Travel Logistics

Truist logoTruist

LifeDirect - Client Engagement Specialist

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · On-site

$57k–$80k/yr

Mid level

The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which w…

Skills: Client Relationship Management, Credit Underwriting, Financial Statement Analysis, Loan Servicing, Risk Management

Truist logoTruist

LifeDirect - Client Engagement Specialist

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · On-site

$57k–$80k/yr

Mid level

The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which w…

Skills: Client Relationship Management, Credit Underwriting, Financial Statement Analysis, Loan Servicing, Risk Management

HealthFitness logoHealthFitness

Underwriter II

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$63k–$91k/yr

Mid level

Trustmark’s mission is to improve wellbeing – for everyone. It is a mission grounded in a belief in equality and born from our caring culture. It is a culture we can only realize by building trust. Trust established by e…

Skills: Medical Underwriting, Risk Assessment, Pricing Execution, Analytical Skills, Problem-solving

Grainger logoGrainger

Senior Accountant

Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$80k–$133k/yr

Mid level

Work Location Type: Hybrid Req Number 331766 About Grainger W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving…

Skills: GAAP, Financial Reporting, Account Reconciliation, Financial Analysis, Internal Controls

Colliers logoColliers

Property Assistant

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · On-site

$23/hr–$27/hr

Mid level$699M raised

Make your next move an expert one. At Colliers it’s not our success that sets us apart, it’s how we achieve it. Our people are passionate, take ownership and always do what’s right for our clients, people and communities…

Skills: Commercial Real Estate, Customer Service, Tenant Relations, Yardi, MRI Software

Packaging Corporation of America logoPackaging Corporation of America

Analyst Freight Payment

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$62k–$78k/yr

Mid level

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — packag…

Skills: Freight Payment, Financial Reconciliation, Invoice Auditing, Carrier Contract Management, Microsoft Excel

HealthFitness logoHealthFitness

Underwriting Operations Specialist

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$28/hr–$41/hr

Mid level

Trustmark’s mission is to improve wellbeing – for everyone. It is a mission grounded in a belief in equality and born from our caring culture. It is a culture we can only realize by building trust. Trust established by e…

Skills: Insurance Underwriting, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Technical Aptitude

HealthFitness logoHealthFitness

Proposal Assistant I

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$19/hr–$27/hr

Entry level

Trustmark’s mission is to improve wellbeing – for everyone. It is a mission grounded in a belief in equality and born from our caring culture. It is a culture we can only realize by building trust. Trust established by e…

Skills: Proposal Preparation, Case File Management, Data Scrubbing, Reporting, Process Improvement

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Payroll Tax Specialist

Grainger

Lake Forest, Illinois, United States • Hybrid

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  • $26/hr–$40/hr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree
  • Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Mental Health Support, Paid Time Off
  • Posted 2d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Responsible for planning and controlling all aspects of the payroll function for over 16,000 employees. This includes processing multi-state payroll via SAP, conducting audits, and managing third-party vendor relationships.

Requirements

Requires knowledge of multi-state US payroll laws and practices, with a preference for experience in SAP, ADP, and Kronos. A bachelor's degree is preferred along with experience in payroll tax filing and year-end processes.

Full job description

 

Work Location Type: Hybrid  

Req Number  331867

About Grainger

W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America and Japan. At Grainger, We Keep the World Working® by serving more than 4.6 million customers worldwide with maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and value-added solutions delivered through innovative technology and deep customer expertise. Known for its commitment to service and purpose-driven culture, the Company reported 2025 revenue of $17.9 billion. For more information, visit www.grainger.com.  

 

Compensation

The anticipated base pay compensation range for this position is $26.64 – $40.00. This role is eligible for an incentive target of up to % or $ , based on the achievement of individual and company performance objectives in accordance with the current terms of the incentive program which are subject to change.

 

Rewards and Benefits

With benefits starting on day one, our programs provide choice and flexibility to meet team members' individual needs, including:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans with coverage starting on day one of employment and 6 free sessions each year with a licensed therapist to support your emotional wellbeing.
  • 18 paid time off (PTO) days annually for full-time employees (accrual prorated based on employment start date) and 6 company holidays per year.
  • 6% company contribution to a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan each pay period, no employee contribution required.
  • Employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, student loan refinancing and free access to financial counseling, education, and tools.
  • Maternity support programs, nursing benefits, and up to 14 weeks paid leave for birth parents and up to 4 weeks paid leave for non-birth parents.

 

For additional information and details regarding Grainger’s benefits, please click on the link below:

 

https://experience100.ehr.com/grainger/Home/Tools-Resources/Key-Resources/New-Hire

 

Grainger Benefits

The pay range provided above is not a guarantee of compensation.  The range reflects the potential base pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual base pay compensation will depend, in part, on factors such as geographic work location and relevant experience and skills.   

 

The anticipated compensation range described above is subject to change and the compensation ultimately paid may be higher or lower than the range described above. 

Grainger reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion at any time, consistent with applicable law.

 

 

Position Details:

Responsible for planning, organizing, and controlling all aspects of the payroll function. This includes, but is not limited to, administrative duties involving the development and maintenance of the payroll system, internal control records, and day-to-day processing operations and related accounting entries as needed. Provides exceptional quality and delivery of timely and accurate payroll results for an excess of 16K employees.

This is a hybrid position based in Lake Forest, IL 2-3 days a week.

 

You Will:

  • Prepare and process US multi-state weekly / bi-weekly payroll for an excess of 16K team members using SAP
  • Execute pre and post payroll audits to ensure accurate payments
  • Adhere to internal control processes including payroll balancing and other internal control compliance
  • Prepare off-cycle payrolls and manual checks as necessary
  • Manage wage garnishments processed by ADP Calculate and process compensation continuation payments
  • Reconcile and audit third party inbound/outbound payroll files
  • Manage relationship with third party vendor
  • Critically review and analyze current payroll processes and recommend changes leading to best-practice operations; update and document processes
  • Coordinate with internal and external auditors to assist with payroll audits
  • Build strong partnership with customers by providing superior service
  • Assist with payroll related projects as required

 

You Have:

  • BA/BS or equivalent preferred
  • Working ability in SAP, ADP, and Kronos is preferred
  • Experience reviewing federal, state, and local payroll tax forms, including quarterly 941s, annual 940s, W[1]2s, W-3s, and 1099s
  • Experience reconciling payroll tax filings and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner Experience ensuring proper setup and withholding of taxes across multi-state jurisdictions Experience managing year-end payroll processes and distribution of all required tax documents to employees and contractors
  • Experience coordinating with payroll vendor for the timely distribution of year end forms and any other payroll[1]related mailings
  • Knowledge of multi-state US payroll laws and practices required
  • Knowledge of Canadian and/or Global payroll laws and practices required
  • Knowledge of Canadian and/or Global payroll laws and practices preferred
  • Knowledge of multi-state tax regulations preferred

 

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

 

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment, should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, including, but not limited to use of our website, any part of the application, interview or hiring process, please advise us so that we can provide appropriate assistance.

Related keywords

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About Grainger

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Industry
Retail Office Equipment
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1927
Headquarters
Lake Forest, Illinois
LinkedIn followers
247,849

As a leading business-to-business organization, more than 4.5 million customers worldwide rely on Grainger for products in categories such as safety, material handling and metalworking, along with services like inventory management and technical support. For our Team Members, Grainger provides value for customers, fostering an engaging culture and driving strong financial results. Our welcoming workplace enables you to learn, grow and make a difference by keeping businesses running and their people safe. For our customers we offer more than a million industrial-quality products, a consultative sales approach, technical and product expertise, a premium digital experience and the ability to get the right products to youright when you need them. Count on us for supplies and solutions for every industry. Visit Grainger.com® to learn more.

Offices: 100 Grainger Parkway, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045, US

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Finance & Accounting jobs in Lake Forest, IL pay?

Based on 39 listings with disclosed salaries, most finance & accounting jobs in Lake Forest, IL pay between $55k–$170k per year. Individual offers vary with seniority, company size, and specialization.

How many Finance & Accounting jobs are open in Lake Forest, IL right now?

There are currently 45 open finance & accounting positions in Lake Forest, IL listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Finance & Accounting roles in Lake Forest, IL?

Companies currently hiring include Novolex, Abbott, HealthFitness, Truist, Grainger, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

Are there remote or hybrid Finance & Accounting jobs in Lake Forest, IL?

Yes — 15 of the 45 open finance & accounting positions offer remote or hybrid work (1 remote, 14 hybrid).

How do I apply for Finance & Accounting jobs in Lake Forest, IL?

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