Financial and Payroll Coordinator, - Skokie, IL
Publish Date: 8/18/2026
Req Number: 127427
City: Skokie
State: IL
Zip Code: 60077
Description
Financial & Payroll Coordinator (Part-Time, Contract)
Pay: $28.00/hour
Schedule: 20-25 Hours Per Week
Employment Type: Temporary Contract Position
Are you an experienced payroll and finance professional looking for a flexible, part-time opportunity? We are seeking a Financial & Payroll Coordinator to support payroll administration, accounting functions, contract management, and financial operations for a growing educational and workforce development department.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in payroll processing, accounting, human resources administration, accounts payable, financial reporting, and vendor management. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team while gaining valuable experience that may lead to future full-time opportunities.
What You'll Do
Payroll & Financial Administration
Required
Pay: $28.00/hour
Schedule: 20-25 Hours Per Week
Employment Type: Temporary Contract Position
Are you an experienced payroll and finance professional looking for a flexible, part-time opportunity? We are seeking a Financial & Payroll Coordinator to support payroll administration, accounting functions, contract management, and financial operations for a growing educational and workforce development department.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in payroll processing, accounting, human resources administration, accounts payable, financial reporting, and vendor management. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team while gaining valuable experience that may lead to future full-time opportunities.
What You'll Do
Payroll & Financial Administration
- Process and support payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with payroll regulations
- Review payroll data, labor allocations, payroll reports, and related documentation
- Assist with financial recordkeeping, reporting, and transaction processing
- Process invoices, payments, and financial documentation for vendors and service providers
- Maintain accurate payroll and financial records
- Support accounting functions and financial reconciliation activities
- Prepare, distribute, and track instructor and service provider contracts
- Manage payment requests and contract-related documentation
- Coordinate with vendors regarding invoices, payments, and financial inquiries
- Monitor contract and payment timelines to ensure timely processing
- Collect, review, and process onboarding paperwork for new instructors and staff
- Enter and maintain employee information within the Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
- Ensure personnel records are accurate, complete, and up to date
- Support compliance with internal policies and procedures
Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll, accounting, finance, or related administrative operations
- Strong understanding of payroll processing and financial recordkeeping
- Experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
- Experience with payroll systems, accounting software, and financial reporting tools
- Experience with Banner or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
- Payroll administration and compliance
- Financial reporting and accounting support
- Accounts payable and invoice processing
- HRIS data entry and employee record management
- Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook proficiency
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy
- Competitive pay of $28.00 per hour
- Flexible part-time schedule (20-30 hours per week)
- Opportunity to expand payroll and finance experience
- Professional and collaborative work environment
- Potential opportunity to apply for future full-time openings
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Equal Opportunity Employer