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Payroll & HRIS Manager

Job in Town of Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, USA
Listing for: Johnson Fitness
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
  • HR/Recruitment
    HR Manager, HRIS Professional
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Town of Cottage Grove

Description

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Senior Human Resources Manager, the Payroll & HRIS Manager supports multiple divisions and oversees the daily operations of payroll processing and related general accounting duties. This role manages payroll accounting functions, maintains payroll-related financial records, and partners with HR, Finance, and external auditors to support internal controls and reporting requirements. The position is part of a knowledgeable, flexible, and enjoyable HR team that works closely with all aspects of the organization.

This is a supervisory position.

Responsibilities:
Payroll Management:
  • Manage and process employee payroll information, ensuring accurate and timely payment is made to employees for each payroll period.
  • Ensure compliance with wage, hour, tax, and benefit laws and regulations.
  • Review and approve payroll reports, reconciliations, and adjustments.
  • Manage garnishments, deductions, and employee time/attendance records.
  • Files required documents and reports according to the Company’s and state and federal payroll guidelines (i.e., W-2s, garnishments, etc.).
  • Make recommendations to support new processes or improve current processes.
  • Prepare training materials, guides, and documentation when needed.
  • Respond to payroll questions and concerns of employees, researching records and involving other resources/staff as needed.
HRIS Oversight:
  • Serve as primary administrator for the HRIS.
  • Maintain and update system configuration, security roles, workflows, and data integrity.
  • Develop, automate, and deliver HR and payroll analytics.
  • Partner with HR and IT to improve processes, increase efficiency, and enhance user experience.
  • Troubleshoot HRIS issues.
Accounting Oversight:
  • Oversee general ledger entries, payroll journal postings, and account reconciliations.
  • Support the finance teams with month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring the accurate recording of payroll and benefit costs.
  • Prepare reports for management and external stakeholders as required.
Compliance and Reporting:
  • Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
  • Coordinate with auditors and provide necessary payroll and accounting documentation.
  • Maintain confidentiality of employee records and sensitive financial data.
  • Keep current with HR payroll policies and public policy changes affecting payroll rules and guidelines; provide input to policies and procedures for payroll processing.
  • Build professional Excel reports from payroll reporting software.
Leadership and Team Development:
  • Supervise and train payroll staff, providing coaching and feedback.
  • Develop efficient processes and recommend system enhancements.
  • Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Marginal

Job Functions:
  • Other projects as needed.
Requirements:

Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related degree required.
  • Additional consideration given for Certified Payroll Professional certification (CPP).
Experience:
  • Minimum of six years of experience with processing payroll for a multi-state employer.
  • 2‑3 years in a payroll or HRIS leadership role.
  • Experience with computerized payroll systems and HRIS systems.
  • Paylocity experience is a plus.
  • Experience with Local, State, and Federal pay and taxation regulations.
Other Requirements:
  • Advanced knowledge of standard payroll concepts, practices, and procedures is required.
  • A thorough understanding of general accounting, payroll regulations, and compliance requirements is required.
  • Expert Excel skills that include proficiency in v-lookups and pivot tables.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, meeting deadlines, and providing a high level of customer service.
Benefits:

We offer an excellent compensation package and team‑oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include:

  • Health & Dental Insurance
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Time Off benefits
  • Product discounts
  • Wellness programs

EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability

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