Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as an Urgently Hiring Payroll Clerk in Milwaukee! We're seeking a meticulous professional to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for 200+ employees. This high-impact role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and immediate opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and value precision, apply now to become an integral part of our commitment to financial excellence.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish wages for deductions, taxes, and benefits
- Reconcile payroll discrepancies with HR and timekeeping systems
- Prepare and file federal/state payroll tax returns (Form 941, W-2)
- Maintain confidential employee records in compliance with FLSA and state regulations
- Respond to payroll inquiries with professionalism and accuracy
- Assist in annual audits and process improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience
- Proficiency in ADP, QuickBooks, or comparable payroll software
- Deep understanding of FLSA, federal/state tax laws, and garnishment rules
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Exceptional attention to detail with zero-error tolerance
- Strong Excel skills (vlookups, pivot tables)
- Ability to prioritize tasks in deadline-driven environments
- Payroll certification (CPP/FPC) preferred