We are PEAK6, a leading investment firm. You'll find us headquartered in the historic Chicago Board of Trade building, where we first opened our doors in 1997. It's been over 20 years since we were one of the first firms to develop sophisticated proprietary technology to use in our trading business. Today, we continue to leverage our technical ingenuity and operational excellence across several investment areas, spanning early-to-mid stage growth capital, operational control, trading, and e-sports, while always proving value to the customer. Throughout the years, we've built and operated several financial technology firms, and we continue to evolve. You'll find a bit of everything here, and we're always looking to take on new endeavors.

As a member of the payroll team at PEAK6, you’ll have a big impact on the firm by adding your payroll and analytical experience to our organization and employees, in a rapidly growing environment and team. Additionally, our diverse business streams affords you the unique opportunity to grow across a variety of verticals, engaging you in unique challenges, projects, and technologies.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Processing semi-monthly/bi-weekly multi state and multiple location payroll for exempt & non-exempt population via Ultipro & ADP software.
• Maintaining payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data into payroll system.
• Administrating all payroll tax related tasks including: register for new states, close old accounts, and resolve all tax notices with third party payroll systems ( Ultipro, ADP, Payforce, Gusto)
• Supporting payroll manager with year-end W2 preparation including but not limited to: processing, balancing, adjustments and amendments.
• Working directly with external auditors to provide requested information for annual audits
• Working with internal partners in Human Resources & Finance to facilitate and improve payroll process.
• Collaborating with Treasury to ensure accurate funding requirements for payroll, taxes, benefits, etc.
• Developing ad hoc financial and operational reporting as needed.
• Updating and reconcile monthly payroll bank transactions.
• Participating in financial end close, including preparation of accruals, bookings of payroll journal entries, and reconciliation of gl accounts.
• Utilizing technology to drive continuous improvement to PEAK6’s Payroll processes, reports, and controls.

You’ll gain loads of experience in this role but before you do, you should have:

• 2-4 years experience in a fast-paced payroll environment exhibiting proficiency in all aspects of day-to-day payroll operations under the financial umbrella.  
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Working knowledge of Federal and State payroll policies, including FLSA laws, overtime and termination regulations
• Certified payroll professional (CPP) or Fundamental payroll certification (FPC) is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Ultipro and/or ADP Enterprise systems and related reporting tools

All  of our team members have these traits. You should, too. 
 
Collaboration Grit 
Adaptability Ownership 
 

As a PEAK6 Payroll Accounting Analyst you can enjoy:

• Generous medical, vision and dental plans 
• Matching 401(k) programs 
• Adoption assistance & family leave 
• Sabbatical program 
• Massage days 
• Poker tournament with a grand prize of a World Series of Poker buy in 
• Sports leagues 
• Corn hole tournaments 
• Annual PEAK6 Party 
• Yoga classes 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Lasik eye discount 
• Philanthropy events 
• Annual wellness screens and flu shots 
• Bagel Fridays/expiration lunches 
• Birthday gifts 
• Charitable matching gift program