Payroll Administrator

Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join a dynamic team in Appleton, Wisconsin. While the organization is based in Appleton, this opportunity is 100% remote, allowing you to contribute from anywhere while working Central Time Zone hours and supporting a collaborative, fast-paced team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations. This long-term contract opportunity offers the chance to work closely with leadership, HR professionals, and team members to streamline payroll operations and support organizational goals. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in accuracy, and can confidently manage payroll processes from start to finish. Experience with Workday or UKG is a strong plus. Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll with precision to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.
• Verify tax deductions, employee contributions, and garnishments, including managing year-end adjustments and reconciliations.
• Review and audit electronic timecards, ensuring proper completion and supervisor approvals.
• Respond to employee and manager inquiries related to payroll, time and attendance, policies, and benefits, while identifying opportunities to improve processes and prevent recurring issues.
• Manage direct deposit setups, tax withholding forms, employment verifications, and garnishment processing.
• Prepare, reconcile, and submit federal and state payroll tax filings, including W-2s and 941s.
• Assist with annual payroll adjustments such as rate increases, bonuses, and special payments, ensuring all changes are accurately audited and processed.
• Support benefits administration and perform payroll audits as needed to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Train employees and managers on the time and attendance system to improve efficiency and ensure proper usage. Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, human resources, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of experience in corporate payroll or accounting.
• Proficiency in handling full-cycle payroll operations, including multi-state payroll and managing payroll for medium-sized organizations (101-500 employees).
• Experience with payroll systems such as Workday and UKG Pro.
• Strong understanding of federal and state wage and hour regulations, as well as payroll tax laws.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

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