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JRM CPAs
Payroll Specialist
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What they do
A Payroll Specialist manages the financial and accounting work involved in processing payroll for a company or organization. Manages employee benefits programs and payroll deductions, or assists with evaluating compensation levels for different job categories and titles.
$50,857 / year median in Wisconsin
-9% projected decline
Job Description
Job Summary:
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing accurate and timely payroll while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role maintains payroll records, administers payroll-related transactions, responds to client and employee inquiries, and collaborates with Human Resources and Finance to ensure payroll accuracy and confidentiality. JRM CPAs is a forward-thinking accounting firm based in Onalaska, WI. We provide simplified accounting, tax, and business solutions to our broad base of clients in the tri-state area. We view our client relationships as a partnership and strive to help our clients realize their potential at both the individual and business level. Our culture at all levels of our business is based on our core values: Dedicated, Problem Solving, Caring, Doing What is Right, and having a Positive Attitude. Whether you are a recent graduate eager to jump into public accounting or an experienced professional looking to have a more reasonable work-life balance during tax season, JRM CPAs offers public accounting work within a values-driven team environment.Hours:
Our office hours are Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm (Fridays during the summer the office is closed). Flexible scheduling is available after an introductory period depending on the candidate. This position can be a full-time or part-time position depending on the right candidate. Full-time hours are 40 minimum per week (36 in summer), with additional hours required during tax season.Job Responsibilities :
- Process payroll accurately and on schedule.
- Review time records and leave balances.
- Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions.
- Maintain payroll records and employee changes.
- Reconcile payroll and resolve discrepancies.
- Prepare payroll reports and support accounting.
- Ensure compliance with payroll laws.
- Assist with year-end processing including W-2s.
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries.
- Support payroll audits and process improvements.
Education and Skills Requirement :
- Associate degree or equivalent experience.
- 2+ years of payroll experience.
- Knowledge of payroll laws and taxes.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines simultaneously.
Personal Traits:
- Willing to do the right thing regardless of consequences
- Positive Attitude/Fun
- Enjoys solving problems
- Dedicated