Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk in Milwaukee! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for 500+ employees. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment in downtown Milwaukee's vibrant business district. Perfect opportunity to advance your career in finance while making a tangible impact on employee satisfaction.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Verify and reconcile time records, deductions, and tax withholdings
- Manage garnishments, benefits deductions, and union contributions
- Prepare quarterly tax filings and year-end W-2s
- Maintain accurate payroll records and audit trails
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries within 24 hours
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience
- Proficient with ADP, QuickBooks, or similar payroll systems
- Strong knowledge of federal/state payroll regulations (FLSA, FICA, WI DOR)
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros)
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Business or equivalent experience
- PHR or CPP certification preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail and confidentiality
- Ability to meet strict payroll deadlines