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2 results for Payroll And Accounting Specialist in Madison, WI

Payroll & Benefits Manager
  • Portage, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 48 - 60 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll &amp; Benefits Manager to support payroll operations and employee benefit programs. This Contract position is ideal for a highly organized individual who can oversee complex payroll processing, maintain compliance with wage and tax regulations, and provide dependable support across benefits administration. The role requires strong analytical judgment, accuracy, and the ability to communicate effectively with employees, vendors, and internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule while maintaining compliance with federal and state wage and hour regulations.</p><p>• Review and enter payroll-related information such as deductions, garnishments, paid time off balances, and retirement contributions into payroll systems with a high degree of accuracy.</p><p>• Administer employee benefit offerings, including health coverage, dental plans, life insurance, disability programs, flexible benefit plans, and retirement plans.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll tax withholdings, insurance deductions, and related general ledger accounts to ensure alignment between payroll records and financial reporting.</p><p>• Prepare recurring payroll and benefits reports for leadership, including summaries related to earnings, hours worked, accruals, taxes, and deductions.</p><p>• Lead annual open enrollment activities by coordinating employee communications, managing plan updates in system tools, distributing enrollment materials, and processing elections within required timelines.</p><p>• Audit monthly insurance invoices, resolve billing discrepancies with carriers, and submit accurate information for payment processing.</p><p>• Serve as a point of contact for employee benefit questions, provide guidance on plan options and changes, and escalate highly complex issues when appropriate.</p><p>• Partner with external organizations, including government program administrators, insurance carriers, and a financial institution, to support benefits coordination and retiree pension payroll administration.</p><p>• Support retirement governance activities by assisting with committee documentation and performing additional payroll and benefits-related duties as needed.</p>
  • 2026-04-30T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 52000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>Accounting Assistant role in Madison, WI. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is looking for an steady Accounting Assistant to join a well-respected law firm in downtown Madison. As the Accounting Assistant, you will be responsible for working with the rest of the accounting team on billing, invoicing, cash receipts, and other accounting work. The client is looking for someone who is a team player and excited to join a tenured team and be with for the long-term.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process client invoices and help maintain accurate, timely billing records in accordance with firm procedures.</p><p>• Record daily cash receipts and apply payments correctly to customer accounts.</p><p>• Assist with payroll preparation and related administrative tasks to help ensure employees are paid accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including data entry, payment tracking, and follow-up on outstanding items.</p><p>• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to maintain reliable financial records.</p><p>• Maintain fixed asset records, including updates, tracking, and documentation for accounting purposes.</p><p>• Use law firm-specific accounting software to enter, review, and manage financial information.</p><p>• Work closely with internal staff to help keep accounting operations organized, compliant, and efficient.</p>
  • 2026-04-30T00:00:00Z