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10 results for Hr Payroll Assistant in Milwaukee, WI

HR Business Partner
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 43.5385 - 50.413 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join a healthcare organization in West Allis, Wisconsin in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is ideal for a human resources specialist who can manage a fast-paced employee relations environment while building credibility with leaders and staff across the organization. The position requires a strong balance of sound judgment, expertise, and adaptability, along with the ability to support both strategic HR priorities and day-to-day workforce challenges.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Act as a key HR partner to operational and senior leaders, offering practical guidance that aligns people strategies with business objectives.</p><p>• Manage a high volume of employee relations matters each week, including conflict resolution, investigations, corrective action, and coaching for managers.</p><p>• Work closely with site-based HR partners and recruiting teams to deliver coordinated support for workforce needs across assigned departments.</p><p>• Lead or contribute to talent processes such as performance discussions, succession planning, workforce planning, and assessment of employee potential.</p><p>• Support leaders through organizational change by providing communication guidance, coaching, and strategies that help maintain engagement and stability.</p><p>• Collaborate with compensation and HR teams on role evaluations, pay recommendations, and internal equity considerations.</p><p>• Assist with organizational design efforts by reviewing team structures, clarifying role expectations, and improving HR-related processes.</p><p>• Partner with labor relations stakeholders and union representatives, when applicable, to address contract interpretation, grievances, and broader labor-management matters.</p><p>• Analyze workforce and HR data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement within the business areas supported.</p><p>• Deliver training and policy guidance to leaders and employees while helping ensure compliance with applicable employment laws and internal standards.</p>
  • 2026-09-14T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Oak Creek, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client, a fast-paced manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced <strong>Payroll Administrator</strong> to support high-volume, multi-state payroll operations. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who can manage payroll processing across a large employee population while working effectively with multiple payroll, HRIS, and timekeeping systems. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process high-volume payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states in an accurate and timely manner. </li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations. </li><li>Review, audit, and reconcile payroll data including timecards, earnings, deductions, garnishments, bonuses, and tax withholdings. </li><li>Partner with Human Resources, Accounting, and plant/location leadership to ensure accurate employee data and payroll changes are entered and approved. </li><li>Manage payroll processing through multiple systems, including payroll platforms, HRIS, timekeeping, and reporting tools.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and system-related issues in a timely and professional manner. </li><li>Support new hire, termination, and employee status change processing as it relates to payroll. </li><li>Prepare payroll-related reports, audits, and reconciliations for management and internal review. </li><li>Assist with quarter-end and year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and tax reporting. </li><li>Contribute to process improvements and help streamline payroll workflows across multiple locations and systems. </li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-08-26T00:00:00Z
Payroll Manager
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 39.5865 - 45.837 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a multi-state workforce based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This Contract position will oversee accurate biweekly payroll processing for approximately 900 employees while ensuring strong reporting, compliance, and internal coordination. The role is well suited for someone who brings deep full-cycle payroll expertise, works comfortably in an automated environment, and can provide steady oversight to payroll activities and related processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead end-to-end payroll administration for a large employee population across multiple states, ensuring each biweekly cycle is completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Guide and support payroll team members by providing direction, coaching, and day-to-day oversight of payroll operations.<br>• Maintain clear payroll procedures and training materials so staff and managers can follow consistent processes and resolve questions efficiently.<br>• Review payroll data involving earnings, deductions, benefit withholdings, taxes, and third-party payments to confirm proper processing and compliance.<br>• Partner with finance and human resources to investigate discrepancies, address payroll-related concerns, and support accurate financial reporting.<br>• Oversee 401(k) payroll activity, including contribution tracking, reporting, and audit support, while monitoring related timelines and controls.<br>• Prepare and monitor payroll reports required for workers’ compensation, grant compliance, and other internal or external reporting needs.<br>• Reconcile payroll-related general ledger balances and respond to requests connected to audits, program reviews, and financial examinations.<br>• Coordinate payroll continuity and reporting accuracy across supporting systems and external payroll service partners, including timekeeping and accounting platforms.<br>• Track paid time off balances and serve as a backup resource for payroll processing when operational coverage is needed.
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z
Payroll Manager
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 120000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a Milwaukee, Wisconsin area organization. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance with wage and tax regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of end-to-end payroll administration, and the ability to improve processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.</p><p>• Oversee multi-state payroll activities, including earnings, deductions, garnishments, and other payroll adjustments in accordance with applicable regulations.</p><p>• Manage bi-monthly payroll cycles and verify that all payments are completed correctly and on schedule.</p><p>• Lead payroll tax administration by reviewing filings, supporting reconciliations, and helping ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.</p><p>• Supervise and support payroll staff, providing guidance, accountability, and day-to-day operational leadership.</p><p>• Review payroll records and reports to identify discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and strengthen internal controls.</p><p>• Partner with HR, finance, and related teams to ensure employee data changes are reflected accurately in payroll processing.</p><p>• Maintain payroll procedures and support continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency and service quality.</p>
  • 2026-08-27T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Waukesha, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Accounting Assistant to provide dependable financial and administrative support for a long-term contract assignment in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This position is fully onsite and offers a steady Monday through Friday schedule, making it a strong fit for someone who enjoys structured work and consistent expectations. The ideal candidate brings prior accounting experience, works with integrity, and is comfortable managing a high volume of billing and invoice activity with accuracy and follow-through.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and process customer billing accurately and on schedule to support ongoing accounts receivable operations.<br>• Submit a large weekly volume of invoices through customer portals and internal systems while maintaining attention to detail.<br>• Review invoice information for completeness, proper coding, and compliance with established procedures before final submission.<br>• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks to help maintain timely financial processing.<br>• Reconcile bank activity and related financial records to ensure transactions are recorded correctly.<br>• Use Excel, Microsoft Office applications, and accounting platforms such as QuickBooks and Fast AP to organize and track financial data.<br>• Partner with the Credit and Collections Manager to support daily accounting priorities and resolve documentation issues promptly.<br>• Maintain organized records and follow defined company processes closely in a hands-on, ethics-driven work environment.
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z
Accounting Assistant
  • Waukesha, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • 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.
  • 2026-09-16T00:00:00Z
Sr Administrative Assistant
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Administrative Assistant for an organization based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This position is ideal for someone who excels at coordinating schedules, managing records with accuracy, and providing responsive assistance to internal and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will bring strong organizational judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to handle a wide range of administrative priorities in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate calendars, meetings, and appointments to keep the team organized and on schedule.</p><p>• Provide timely, attentive support to employees, vendors, and other contacts by answering questions and directing requests appropriately.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records through consistent data entry, document updates, and routine verification of information.</p><p>• Prepare ad hoc reports and summaries to support operational tracking, decision-making, and department needs.</p><p>• Organize files, correspondence, and documentation so information is easy to access and compliant with department standards.</p><p>• Support day-to-day office operations by prioritizing tasks, following up on outstanding items, and helping resolve administrative issues.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members across the organization to ensure smooth execution of recurring and special projects</p>
  • 2026-09-04T00:00:00Z
VP of Human Resources
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 200000 - 270000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a Milwaukee area client in the recruiting for a strategic and forward-thinking VP of Human Resources to lead the development and execution of enterprise HR strategies that support business growth, workforce transformation, and organizational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading strategic HR initiatives, including talent acquisition program redesign, workforce planning, leadership development, HR technology optimization, and change management. This is c-suite hands on role supporting a lean HR team.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a permanent placement opportunity offering full health benefits package, annual bonus eligibility, company equity opportunity and hybrid schedule.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with the organization’s business objectives.</li><li>Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on talent strategy, organizational design, succession planning, and culture.</li><li>Lead the evaluation, implementation, and optimization of AI-enabled HR tools and solutions across functions such as talent acquisition, workforce analytics, employee engagement, learning and development, and HR operations.</li><li>Oversee and transform the talent acquisition function, including redesigning recruiting programs, processes, workflows, employer branding, candidate experience, and selection strategies to improve hiring outcomes.</li><li>Partner with business leaders to design and implement strategic workforce planning initiatives that address current and future talent needs.</li><li>Lead HR technology strategy, including HRIS optimization, data governance, reporting, and analytics capabilities.</li><li>Oversee performance management, employee engagement, leadership development, and retention strategies.</li><li>Ensure HR policies, programs, and practices are compliant with applicable employment laws and reflect best practices.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing HR team capable of supporting a dynamic and evolving organization </li></ul>
  • 2026-09-14T00:00:00Z
HRBP
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 115000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to support people strategy and day-to-day human resources operations for an organization in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role serves as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, helping strengthen workplace practices, improve employee experience, and align HR initiatives with business needs. The ideal candidate brings a balanced background in employee relations, HR administration, benefits support, and systems knowledge, with the ability to contribute both strategically and operationally.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Advise managers and employees on workplace matters, resolving concerns with sound judgment and a consistent approach to employee relations.<br>• Oversee core HR administrative activities, ensuring records, documentation, and personnel processes are accurate, organized, and compliant.<br>• Support benefits-related processes by assisting with employee questions, enrollment activities, and coordination with internal or external partners.<br>• Maintain and utilize HRIS tools to manage employee data, generate reports, and improve the efficiency of HR workflows.<br>• Partner with leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that support organizational goals, workforce planning, and employee engagement.<br>• Analyze HR trends and operational needs to recommend practical solutions that strengthen policies, processes, and team effectiveness.<br>• Contribute to the implementation and communication of HR programs, policies, and initiatives across the organization.<br>• Collaborate across departments to ensure HR services are delivered professionally and in alignment with business priorities.
  • 2026-09-03T00:00:00Z
HR Generalist
  • Plymouth, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 40 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half is looking for a contract to hire HR Generalist to help our client in the Plymouth area. This role is hybrid, on site 3 days a week. The HR Generalist serves as a key business partner to site leadership and team members, supporting a wide range of human resources functions within a dynamic operational environment. This role is responsible for providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, HR policies, onboarding, recruiting coordination, and day-to-day HR operations. The HR Generalist works closely with leadership to strengthen leadership effectiveness, improve the employee experience, and ensure HR practices are applied consistently and professionally. This position requires a confident, proactive HR detail oriented who can work independently, build trusted relationships, handle sensitive matters with discretion, and contribute to the overall success of the HR function. Key Responsibilities: Partner with site leadership and team members to provide day-to-day HR support and guidance Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations issues, workplace concerns, and performance matters Coach leaders on HR best practices, leadership effectiveness, and team member engagement Interpret and apply HR policies, procedures, and employment practices consistently Support investigations, documentation, and resolution of employee concerns and workplace issues Act as a resource for employees by answering HR-related questions and providing timely guidance Coordinate and support onboarding, orientation, and new permanent processes Assist with I-9 completion, employment records, and other required documentation Partner with Talent Acquisition to support recruiting, hiring, and onboarding activities Collaborate with compensation, benefits, and other HR functional teams to address employee needs Help drive HR projects and initiatives aimed at improving HR operations and the employee experience Support consistent execution of HR processes, programs, and compliance-related activities Provide coaching, direction, and support to other HR team members as needed Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive employee and business information Assist with administrative HR responsibilities and special projects as assigned</p>
  • 2026-08-31T00:00:00Z