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6 results for Payroll in Madison, WI

Payroll Administrator
  • Waukesha, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • - USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to support payroll and human resources operations for a team in Wisconsin. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can confidently manage payroll processing, employee administration, benefits coordination, and compliance-related activities in a fast-paced environment. The position follows a preferred Monday through Thursday schedule of approximately 30 hours per week and requires someone who can work across both payroll and HR functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer bi-weekly payroll accurately and on schedule, including reviewing time entries, confirming hours worked, and finalizing payroll data.<br>• Investigate and resolve payroll issues by addressing employee questions, correcting discrepancies, and maintaining precise payroll documentation.<br>• Manage payroll-related adjustments such as deductions, reimbursements, and other earnings components while adhering to applicable regulations.<br>• Support new employee onboarding by preparing records, coordinating required documentation, and helping arrange equipment and initial setup needs.<br>• Oversee benefits enrollment and ongoing benefits administration, ensuring employee information remains current and properly documented.<br>• Maintain organized employee files, track performance review records, and support HR documentation and compliance activities.<br>• Assist with recruiting coordination by helping post openings, organizing hiring-related information, and supporting administrative steps in the hiring process.<br>• Contribute to workplace compliance and safety efforts by helping coordinate training initiatives and supporting HR planning for staffing and compensation reviews.
  • 2026-08-06T21:28:47Z
HR Generalist
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000.00 - 80000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>HR Generalist role in Madison, WI. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is working with a well-respected manufacturing company to find an HR Generalist to join their team. This role will lead and oversee all aspects of HR and safety within the organization. The ideal candidate will drive initiatives across employee relations, compensation, benefits, payroll, and policy development while ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a positive workplace culture.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and oversee the full spectrum of human resources functions, including recruitment, compensation, and benefits administration.</p><p>• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to maintain compliance and align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Direct employee relations efforts to foster a positive and collaborative work environment.</p><p>• Supervise payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.</p><p>• Lead new employee onboarding and orientation programs to ensure a seamless integration into the company.</p><p>• Design and deliver training programs to support employee growth and development.</p><p>• Monitor and manage the department budget to ensure effective allocation of resources.</p><p>• Provide guidance on compensation strategies and benefits packages to attract and retain top talent.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to HR practices.</p><p>• Collaborate with leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business objectives.</p>
  • 2026-07-20T18:13:40Z
Controller
  • Palmyra, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000.00 - 125000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Controller to lead daily accounting activities and maintain accurate financial records for our Waukesha County, Wisconsin operations. This position oversees core finance functions across payroll, payables, receivables, inventory, and general ledger activity while supporting timely month-end and year-end reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Bill Johannes at 414-662-3416 or connect on Linked-In . All conversations will be confidential. If you or someone you know would qualify for any of the positions listed below feel free to have them call me as well. Thanks for any consideration and I look forward to helping you.  God Bless.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the full accounting cycle, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and completed within established deadlines.</p><p>• Administer recurring payroll processing, including review of time records, earnings, deductions, tax withholdings, benefit impacts, and related accounting entries.</p><p>• Manage incoming and outgoing cash activity by handling customer receivables, vendor payments, account reconciliations, and collection follow-up as needed.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger through journal entries, accruals, deferrals, account analysis, and support for monthly and annual close activities.</p><p>• Prepare financial statements and related schedules, providing variance insights and other reporting support for leadership review.</p><p>• Monitor inventory accounting by recording purchases and adjustments, reconciling physical counts, and supporting cost of goods sold calculations.</p><p>• Reconcile bank and credit card accounts, research unmatched items, and record necessary adjustments tied to cash activity.</p><p>• Support compliance and risk management efforts through internal controls, audit documentation, sales and use tax filings, and year-end reporting such as 1099 preparation.</p><p>• Assist with administrative finance-related activities, including employee benefit enrollments and annual insurance policy reviews.</p>
  • 2026-08-04T15:04:06Z
Accountant
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our Robert Half Madison team is seeking a detail-oriented <strong>Staff Accountant</strong> to support core accounting functions and help ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in accounting, solid analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality. Reporting directly to the CFO, the ideal candidate will have 2+ years of accounting experience. Please call 608-716-5643 and apply with your most up to date resume for consideration and more detail!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and support monthly financial reporting.</li><li>Reconcile bank accounts, balance sheet accounts, and other key general ledger activity.</li><li>Assist with the preparation of financial statements and ensure transactions are recorded in accordance with GAAP.</li><li>Process payroll and maintain accurate payroll-related records and submissions.</li><li>Support benefits-related accounting activities, including applicable uploads and related reporting.</li><li>Contribute to the annual audit process by preparing schedules and providing required documentation.</li><li>Partner with internal teams to support budgeting, financial analysis, and day-to-day accounting operations.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-12T20:53:39Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Janesville, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • - USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a retail organization in Janesville, Wisconsin through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position focuses on accurate payment processing, account balancing, and timely handling of vendor transactions in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate brings practical accounts payable experience, strong attention to detail, and confidence working with financial systems and spreadsheets.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices with a high level of accuracy and in accordance with established procedures.<br>• Reconcile accounts payable records and vendor statements to identify discrepancies and ensure balances are correct.<br>• Prepare and support check runs while helping maintain timely and accurate payment schedules.<br>• Perform data entry for financial transactions and maintain organized documentation for audit and reporting purposes.<br>• Investigate invoice or payment issues and work with internal teams or vendors to resolve exceptions efficiently.<br>• Assist with accounts payable activities tied to Phase 2 of the organization's Microsoft 365 implementation as needed.<br>• Use accounting platforms and spreadsheets to track transactions, update records, and support daily AP operations.
  • 2026-08-13T22:48:38Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Waukesha, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • - USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to join a team in Waukesha, Wisconsin on a Contract basis. This onsite opportunity is well suited for someone who thrives in a detail-focused accounting environment and can take ownership of accounts payable activities with minimal direction. The position supports a busy workflow with a strong emphasis on invoice processing, payment coordination, and documentation accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the complete accounts payable cycle, from reviewing incoming invoices to preparing them for timely payment.<br>• Assign proper coding to invoices, enter transaction details accurately, and route items through the approval process.<br>• Prepare and issue checks, including payments that require coordination with third-party joint check arrangements.<br>• Oversee lien waiver collection and tracking, ensuring required documentation is complete and organized.<br>• Confirm vendor records and supporting tax forms such as W-9s before setting up or updating payment information.<br>• Maintain organized accounts payable logs, files, and supporting records for audit readiness and internal reference.<br>• Contribute to month-end close activities by compiling payment data, assisting with reconciliations, and supporting reporting needs.<br>• Provide additional accounting support related to tax documentation and account balancing as needed.
  • 2026-08-06T21:33:49Z