Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in Milwaukee as an Urgently Hiring Payroll Clerk! We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage our payroll operations with precision and confidentiality. This critical role ensures timely and accurate compensation for our workforce while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment where your expertise makes a tangible impact. Apply today to become an essential part of our growing organization!
Responsibilities
- Process and distribute payroll for 200+ employees semi-monthly using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate garnishments, deductions, and tax withholdings with 100% accuracy
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies within 24 hours
- Maintain compliance with FLSA, state wage laws, and internal policies
- Generate payroll reports for leadership and external auditors
- Support new hire onboarding for payroll-related documentation
- Collaborate with HR on timekeeping system updates and corrections
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience with multi-state operations
- Proficiency in ADP or comparable payroll software (required)
- Expert knowledge of FLSA, WI labor laws, and IRS regulations
- Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables
- Proven ability to handle confidential data with discretion
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- PHR or CPP certification strongly preferred