ADP Specialist

Post Date

Apr 06, 2026

Location

Chicago,
Illinois

ZIP/Postal Code

60607
US
Jun 06, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract,Perm Possible

Category

Accounting / Finance

Req #

DGW-a8e93de1-1284-458b-8d84-410590b95681

Pay Rate

$27 - $34 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

ADP Systems Specialist
Pay Rate: $30–$46/hour (based on experience)
Position Overview
The ADP Systems Specialist is a senior-level, hands-on expert responsible for the administration, optimization, and ongoing effectiveness of the organization’s ADP platform. This role serves as the primary technical subject-matter expert for ADP and partners closely with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT to ensure system accuracy, efficiency, scalability, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
ADP System Administration & Optimization
• Serve as the primary technical expert for ADP system configuration, maintenance, and optimization
• Evaluate current ADP usage and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and user experience
• Lead system enhancements, upgrades, and module implementations
• Ensure consistent and effective utilization of ADP across HR and Payroll teams
Process Improvement & Automation
• Analyze HR and payroll processes to identify gaps and inefficiencies
• Design and implement improved workflows and automation within ADP
• Maintain system documentation and standard operating procedures
• Partner with leadership to support scalable, future-state system design
Compliance & Data Integrity
• Ensure system configuration supports federal, state, and local compliance requirements
• Maintain data accuracy, security, and audit readiness
• Support internal and external audits and reporting needs
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess system impacts
Reporting & Analytics
• Develop and maintain standard and ad-hoc reports within ADP
• Ensure data integrity across HR, Payroll, and Finance systems
• Translate business reporting needs into actionable system outputs
Stakeholder Support & Training
• Act as a technical advisor to HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT stakeholders
• Troubleshoot complex system and data issues
• Train users on ADP functionality, enhancements, and best practices
Support change management and user adoption initiatives

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Required Skills & Experience

Required Qualifications
• 5–10 years of hands-on ADP experience in a technical or systems-focused role
• Strong knowledge of ADP platforms, configuration, and system administration
• Solid understanding of HR and payroll processes and compliance requirements
• Experience leading system enhancements and process improvements
• Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting multi-state and/or multi-entity organizations
• Construction or project-based industry experience
• ADP certifications and/or implementation experience

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.