Job Description

Job Title: Associate I Payroll Timekeeping Associate
Location: Abbott Park, Illinois
Duration: 1-Month Contract


Work Hours: 8:00 AM 4:30 PM (Monday Friday)

Position Summary:
The Timekeeping Associate is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely recording of employee work hours, attendance, and leave information. This role supports payroll operations by maintaining timekeeping systems, resolving discrepancies, and assisting employees and managers with time-related inquiries.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain employee time and attendance records within the timekeeping system.
• Review and audit time entries to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and labor regulations.
• Assist employees and managers with timekeeping corrections, approvals, and system-related questions.
• Collaborate with H R and Payroll teams to s upport accurate payroll processing.
• Generate and distribute timekeeping reports for audits and management review.
• Support onboarding and training activities related to timekeeping systems and procedures.
• Identify and escalate system issues, attendance discrepancies, or policy violations as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information and adhere to data privacy standards.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree or higher preferred.
• 1 2 years of experience in payroll, timekeeping, or HR administration.
• Familiarity with t imekeeping/payroll systems such as Kronos, ADP, Workday, or SAP .
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Workday timekeeping systems.
• Experience working in a large, multi-site organization .
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws related to wage/hour compliance and timekeeping.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

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