Job Description

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Our client in the Waukesha County area is looking for a Payroll Manager . This client is seeking someone with 5+ years of payroll experience . Prior management experience is preferred, but not required. Union payroll experience is a plus, and exposure to payroll software systems will be valuable. This company offers stability, growth opportunities, and a collaborative team environment.

The Payroll Manager will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and oversee payroll processing for hourly, salaried, and union employees
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including taxes, deductions, and garnishments
• Partner with HR and Finance to resolve payroll discrepancies and support audits
• Maintain accurate payroll records and prepare reporting for leadership as needed
• Implement process improvements to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy
• Support and mentor payroll team members
• Serve as subject matter expert on payroll systems, policies, and procedures
• Collaborate cross-functionally on projects impacting payroll operations
• Ad hoc payroll projects and analysis as required

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred but not required
• 5+ years of payroll experience required
• Managerial or supervisory experience preferred, but not required
• Union payroll experience strongly preferred
• Familiarity with payroll software (ADP, Workday, Paylocity, or similar)
• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance and best practices
• Excellent attention to detail, confidentiality, and accuracy
• Strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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