Payroll Coord

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator to join our team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In this long-term contract position, you will play a critical role in ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance with regulations, and seamless processing of employee compensation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with expertise in payroll systems, compliance management, and auditing.

Responsibilities:

• Process and verify payroll transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including salary structures, benefit plans, and pension contributions.
• Prepare and distribute month-end reports, reconciling accounts and addressing any discrepancies.
• Oversee compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley 404 standards and other relevant auditing requirements.
• Handle union dues, CSST payments, and other specialized payroll functions as needed.
• Collaborate with internal departments to manage accounting entries and ensure seamless financial operations.
• Respond promptly to payroll-related inquiries, providing clear answers and solutions to employees and management.
• Monitor and improve payroll processes, contributing to quality assurance and operational efficiency.
• Prepare documentation for audits and assist in compliance reviews as required.
• Analyze payroll statistics and data to generate actionable insights and support decision-making. Requirements
• Proven experience in payroll processing and compliance management.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, accounting functions, and auditing practices.
• Familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley 404 compliance and other regulatory standards.
• Ability to manage union dues, pension plans, and benefits administration.
• Proficiency in preparing month-end reports and reconciling financial accounts.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing payroll discrepancies.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate across teams and answer employee inquiries.

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