We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll/AP Specialist to join our team in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. This is a contract position with a 6-8 week evaluation period before transitioning into a regular role. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring efficient payroll processing and accurate accounts payable management within a collaborative work environment. Responsibilities: • Process weekly payroll using Foundation software, ensuring the accuracy of employee data, hours worked, deductions, and tax filings. • Collaborate with the payroll service provider to manage compliance tasks, including tax filings such as 941 forms. • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll data, applying strong analytical skills to maintain data integrity. • Handle accounts payable functions, including invoice processing, coding, and vendor payment management. • Perform reconciliations and maintain organized financial records within the accounting system. • Work closely with office staff and the accounting team to streamline financial processes and maintain operational efficiency. • Assist in maintaining compliance with payroll and financial regulations. • Ensure timely and accurate vendor payments while adhering to company policies. • Provide support for additional accounting tasks as needed.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll, accounts payable, or general accounting roles. • Proficiency in Foundation software or similar payroll/accounting systems is highly desirable. • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and correct data inaccuracies. • Experience managing payroll for 100-500 employees, including multi-state payroll. • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with general accounting software. • Dependable and quick learner, with the ability to adapt to new processes. • Excellent organizational and data entry skills. • Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and external partners.

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Pewaukee, WI
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
24.54 - 28.41 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll/AP Specialist to join our team in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. This is a contract position with a 6-8 week evaluation period before transitioning into a regular role. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring efficient payroll processing and accurate accounts payable management within a collaborative work environment. Responsibilities: • Process weekly payroll using Foundation software, ensuring the accuracy of employee data, hours worked, deductions, and tax filings. • Collaborate with the payroll service provider to manage compliance tasks, including tax filings such as 941 forms. • Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll data, applying strong analytical skills to maintain data integrity. • Handle accounts payable functions, including invoice processing, coding, and vendor payment management. • Perform reconciliations and maintain organized financial records within the accounting system. • Work closely with office staff and the accounting team to streamline financial processes and maintain operational efficiency. • Assist in maintaining compliance with payroll and financial regulations. • Ensure timely and accurate vendor payments while adhering to company policies. • Provide support for additional accounting tasks as needed.
2025-11-12T23:24:03Z

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