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7 results for Payroll Specialist in Madison, WI

Human Resources (HR) Manager
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 70000.00 - 75000.00 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a skilled Human Resources Manager to oversee and implement all aspects of HR operations within our organization in Madison, Wisconsin. This role requires a proactive leader who can manage employee relations, compensation programs, benefits administration, and compliance with federal and state laws while fostering a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in HR strategy and operations to support organizational goals and employee success.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and enforce personnel policies to ensure consistency and compliance with organizational standards.<br>• Lead employee compensation programs, including payroll administration and benefit functions.<br>• Oversee labor relations, including negotiations, arbitration processes, and conflict resolution.<br>• Manage onboarding processes and training programs to support employee development and integration.<br>• Administer equal opportunity and affirmative action initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion.<br>• Ensure compliance with unemployment and workers’ compensation regulations.<br>• Maintain and optimize the Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) for accurate record-keeping and reporting.<br>• Provide guidance to leadership on employee relations and HR best practices.<br>• Monitor and address workplace issues to foster a positive and productive environment.<br>• Stay updated on changes in employment laws and regulations to ensure organizational compliance.
  • 2025-09-12T17:24:12Z
HR Manager
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 55000.00 - 65000.00 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>
  • 2025-09-04T15:58:46Z
Sr. Accountant
  • Madison, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 65000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>For immediate consideration or questions, please contact Courtney Syverson, Recruiting Manager, at 608-259-1164</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Madison, Wisconsin. This role offers the opportunity to manage key financial functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general bookkeeping. The ideal candidate will excel in maintaining accuracy and compliance across all financial processes while contributing to administrative and HR program management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle daily and periodic invoicing, credit processing, and collections for accounts receivable, ensuring timely deposits and accurate records.</p><p>• Manage weekly and periodic accounts payable transactions, including generating payments for approval and signature.</p><p>• Oversee biweekly payroll activities, including tax withholding, reporting, remittance, and benefits administration such as insurance and 401(k) contributions.</p><p>• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for credit card, checking, and other accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies.</p><p>• Process expense reports to ensure compliance with company policies, addressing any deviations or issues.</p><p>• Administer HR programs and policies, including payroll management and benefits reporting.</p><p>• Prepare accounting adjustments and journal entries as needed to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Respond to occasional inbound calls and provide general office administrative support when required.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies while maintaining meticulous records.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Secretary Treasurer for credit approvals and payment authorizations.</p>
  • 2025-09-10T17:09:05Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Windsor, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 45000.00 - 52000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p><strong>AP Associate role in Windsor, WI. For immediate consideration contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is looking for an AP Associate for a local food distribution company in Windsor, Wisconsin. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing payment processes, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions, and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and partners. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the success of a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process and record invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Perform coding of invoices and resolve discrepancies to maintain smooth payment operations.</p><p>• Conduct three-way matching to verify accuracy between purchase orders, invoices, and receipts.</p><p>• Track and monitor payments to ensure proper documentation and reporting.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Accounts Payable Manager and other team members to address issues and improve workflows.</p><p>• Maintain organized records of financial transactions for auditing and reporting purposes.</p><p>• Provide support during financial audits by preparing relevant documentation.</p><p>• Communicate professionally with vendors to address payment inquiries and resolve issues effectively.</p><p>• Assist with additional tasks and projects as assigned by the Accounts Payable Manager.</p>
  • 2025-09-02T17:53:45Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Janesville, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 19.00 - 26.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong><em>*This role is ONSITE in Janesville Wisconsin* </em></strong></p><p><strong>Major Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Processing business transactions; keeping financial records up-to-date.</li><li>Perform bookkeeping and ledger maintenance following accounting best practices.</li><li>Fact-checking invoices for payment and processing.</li><li>Monitoring vendor statements, wire transfer requests, and other transactions.</li><li>Posting customer checks, vendor payments, and ACH payments; conduct collection efforts as needed.</li><li>Correcting and modifying inaccurate files and records.</li><li>Reconciling account balances.</li><li>Processing billing adjustments and refunds.</li><li>Maintain relationships with outside agencies and organizations necessary to these responsibilities.</li><li>Assisting in account analysis and account coding.</li><li>Assisting the accounting manager with audits, forecasts, and other fiscal planning.</li><li>Assisting the financial department and other assistants as needed.</li><li>Provide backup front desk duties as needed.</li><li>Attend staff, departmental, and other meetings as assigned.</li><li>Filing, mailing and other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business with an emphasis in Accounting, or a related field preferred.</li><li>3-5 years of accounting/bookkeeping experience.</li><li>Experience with QuickBooks preferred.</li><li>Excellent computer skills; experience in accounting software, Microsoft Office Suite with strong aptitude for numbers, spreadsheets, and financial reports.</li><li>Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting best practices, laws, standards, and state/national regulations and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).</li><li>Ability to use 10-key by touch, with accurate data entry, and handle high volumes of daily data/information.</li><li>Detail-oriented with good communication, problem solving, time management and organizational skills.</li><li>Ability to develop a team approach with staff, volunteers and community partners.</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.</li><li>Experience working with culturally and economically diverse populations.</li></ul>
  • 2025-09-10T15:44:01Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Janesville, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • - USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Janesville, Wisconsin. In this long-term contract position, you will play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, reconciliations, and payments. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience in accounts payable and a strong aptitude for financial systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process invoices with precision and ensure accurate coding and documentation.<br>• Perform account reconciliations to maintain financial accuracy and integrity.<br>• Conduct regular check runs and ensure timely payments.<br>• Enter and manage data efficiently within accounting systems.<br>• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to resolve discrepancies.<br>• Utilize financial software tools such as Microsoft Excel, Oracle, QuickBooks, and SAP for daily tasks.<br>• Support the implementation and optimization of workflows within the accounts payable function.<br>• Monitor and maintain compliance with organizational policies and procedures.<br>• Prepare reports and summaries related to accounts payable activities.<br>• Assist in audits and provide necessary documentation to support financial reviews.
  • 2025-09-12T21:23:54Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Janesville, WI
  • onsite
  • Contract / Temporary to Hire
  • - USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team near Janesville, Wisconsin. In this Contract- 12 month project position, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate processing of invoices, reconciling accounts, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic retail environment while enhancing your skills.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process incoming invoices and related documents with precision and efficiency.</p><p>• Prepare and manage invoices for a designated group of vendors, ensuring timely payments.</p><p>• Identify and resolve any discrepancies in vendor accounts or billing issues.</p><p>• Reconcile vendor accounts by reviewing monthly statements and addressing variances.</p><p>• Participate in cross-training initiatives to support team versatility and knowledge sharing.</p><p>• Collaborate in process improvement efforts to enhance efficiency and accuracy.</p><p>• Perform data entry tasks to maintain up-to-date financial records.</p><p>• Utilize software tools such as QuickBooks, SAP, and Oracle to manage accounts payable functions.</p><p>• Conduct check runs and ensure proper coding of invoices for compliance and accuracy.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with vendors to resolve payment inquiries and maintain positive relationships.</p>
  • 2025-09-12T21:18:59Z