Payroll Specialist

Description We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin. In this role, you will oversee the accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly payroll for a large workforce, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and company policies. This is a long-term contract position, offering the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic work environment and develop expertise in payroll operations.

Responsibilities:

- Process daily electronic batches and manually enter timecards as required.

- Manage and calculate bi-weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy and completion.

- Calculate employee travel pay and address related queries.

- Prepare and deliver comprehensive payroll reports as requested.

- Reconcile payroll liabilities and receivable accounts through detailed reporting.

- Oversee contract employee hours and invoice processing.

- Facilitate year-end procedures, including W2 preparation and system updates.

- Assist in bank and check reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.

- Collaborate with team members to enhance personal and shared knowledge of payroll systems and practices. Requirements - Associate's Degree in Accounting preferred but not mandatory.

- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in payroll processing.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.

- Familiarity with Ceridian software and Workwise systems is advantageous.

- Strong mathematical skills, including the ability to perform basic calculations accurately.

- Capability to develop, document, and adhere to procedures effectively.

- Excellent communication skills for presenting information and addressing questions from managers and external auditors.

- Experience with multi-state payroll and processing for over 500 employees is highly desirable.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays.

The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at

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