Description We are in search of a Payroll Specialist to join our team located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role offers a contract to hire employment opportunity. As a Payroll Specialist, you will be tasked with ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll, maintaining employee data, and resolving payroll issues. You will also be the primary contact for payroll inquiries and will be expected to communicate policies and regulations to employees.Responsibilities: Ensure accurate and prompt processing of bi-weekly payroll for various employee categories Coordinate and manage the flow and maintenance of employee data in the electronic timekeeping system Handle issues related to ACH reversals, stop payments, refunds, voids, and adjustments Assist with quarterly/year-end preparation and W2 processing Maintain accurate records in the HRIS system, including verifying new hires and terminations, and performing employee maintenance tasks such as transfers, address changes, pay rate changes, and direct deposit Conduct detailed review and analysis before, during, and after processing to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies and external regulations Complete administrative tasks such as unemployment verifications, reference checks, employment verifications, and other payroll-related administrative tasks Respond to payroll inquiries from state/government agencies and maintain/track payroll-related materials for personnel files Audit work regularly and identify opportunities for improving procedures and systems Provide solution-focused customer service and communicate HR policies, procedures, laws, standards, and government regulations to employees. Requirements Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is essential Experience with ADP - Financial Services is required Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now is a must Knowledge of 401k - RRSP Administration is necessary Skills in About Time are desirable Understanding of Accounting Functions is required Experience with Auditing is expected Familiarity with Benefit Functions is beneficial 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.Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.© 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .
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