17 Results for Payroll Accountant Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

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Payroll Administrator

Oak Creek, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Our client, a fast-paced manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator 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. Key Responsibilities<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>
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Milwaukee, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities:• Direct end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality.• Oversee multi-state payroll activities, including earnings, deductions, garnishments, and other payroll adjustments in accordance with applicable regulations.• Manage bi-monthly payroll cycles and verify that all payments are completed correctly and on schedule.• Lead payroll tax administration by reviewing filings, supporting reconciliations, and helping ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.• Supervise and support payroll staff, providing guidance, accountability, and day-to-day operational leadership.• Review payroll records and reports to identify discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and strengthen internal controls.• Partner with HR, finance, and related teams to ensure employee data changes are reflected accurately in payroll processing.• Maintain payroll procedures and support continuous improvement efforts to increase efficiency and service quality.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Plymouth, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support financial operations from our Plymouth, Wisconsin office. In this role, you will help maintain accurate records, monitor key financial activity, and provide reporting that supports informed business decisions. The position is well suited for someone who can manage day-to-day accounting tasks while also identifying trends in costs, revenue, and financial performance. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily cash activity and maintain accurate records to support effective financial control. • Reconcile bank accounts on a regular basis and investigate discrepancies to ensure balances are correct. • Process vendor invoices, prepare payments, and maintain organized accounts payable documentation. • Track incoming customer payments, follow up on outstanding balances, and support accounts receivable accuracy. • Review project-related expenses and perform job cost analysis to help evaluate profitability and budget performance. • Prepare and file sales and use tax reports in compliance with applicable regulations and deadlines. • Compile financial information, analyze results, and develop clear reports for internal stakeholders. • Present financial findings and performance insights to managers to support planning and operational decisions. • Complete data entry and general administrative accounting tasks as needed to support consistent service delivery.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Accountant

Oconomowoc, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accountant to support daily financial operations for a growing organization in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. This opportunity is well suited for someone who is eager to build hands-on experience across core transactional and reconciliation activities. The position offers exposure to both payables and receivables while contributing to accurate records, timely reporting, and smooth month-end processing. Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices, verify supporting documentation, and help ensure payments are completed accurately and on schedule.• Record customer payments, monitor outstanding balances, and assist with maintaining organized receivables activity.• Prepare and post journal entries to keep the general ledger current and properly supported.• Complete bank account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to maintain accurate cash records.• Perform account reconciliations for assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts, resolving variances promptly.• Assist with month-end close tasks by organizing financial data and supporting the preparation of routine reports.• Maintain orderly accounting records and documentation to support audits, reviews, and internal controls.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll & AP Manager

Milwaukee, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
73000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll & AP Manager to lead payroll and accounts payable operations for a high-volume, multi-state environment in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This position oversees accurate payroll execution, timely vendor and employee payments, and strong compliance with tax, reporting, and audit requirements. The role also partners closely with finance and human resources to improve processes, support staff development, and maintain reliable financial controls. Responsibilities: • Direct end-to-end payroll administration, including timekeeping review, earnings and deduction processing, tax withholdings, benefit-related entries, and third-party remittances. • Lead, mentor, and evaluate team members within payroll and accounts payable, while building documentation and training materials that support consistent performance. • Ensure payroll cycles and payment runs are completed accurately and on schedule, investigating exceptions and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. • Partner with accounting and human resources to address payroll questions, reconcile issues, and maintain accurate financial reporting. • Oversee 401(k) activity, including contribution processing, reporting support, reconciliations, and audit-related coordination. • Review and balance payroll- and payables-related general ledger accounts to support month-end and year-end accuracy. • Manage accounts payable operations across vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, travel expenses, and other organizational disbursements. • Maintain vendor records, respond to payment inquiries, administer 1099 reporting, and oversee corporate card and incentive card activity in accordance with policy. • Support internal and external audit requests by preparing records, documentation, and responses needed for financial reviews and program monitoring. • Coordinate payable workflow changes involving movement from Sage to a new organizational system while preserving continuity and accurate posting of transactions.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Milwaukee, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 87000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role focuses on managing grant programs, overseeing financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with program policies. The ideal candidate will excel in financial analysis, forecasting, and reconciliation while maintaining accurate documentation and supporting program operations. Responsibilities: • Oversee the management and reporting of various grant programs, including financial and program documentation, ensuring timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and final reports. • Maintain and update program documentation to ensure compliance and proper substantiation of operations. • Monitor financial results against budgets, communicating findings to relevant stakeholders to prevent overspending. • Conduct analysis and forecasting of financial positions, ensuring budget compliance and communicating results to appropriate personnel. • Review financial transactions, including invoices, travel reports, and timesheets, to ensure adherence to policies and initiate corrective actions for non-compliance. • Manage grant monitoring reviews and provide required information for program evaluations. • Administer fixed asset accounting, including monthly transactions, purchases, disposals, and inventory management, ensuring compliance with regulations. • Perform account reconciliations and balance sheet reviews to maintain accurate financial records. • Support month-end close processes and prepare journal entries to ensure timely reporting. • Utilize financial systems such as NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, and Microsoft Excel to enhance reporting and analysis.
2026-09-22T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Sheboygan, WI
onsite
Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join the team on a long-term contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented finance specialist who can balance strong close-cycle execution with manufacturing cost accounting and reporting support. The role will contribute to core accounting operations while helping the team manage a demanding project pipeline, seasonal planning activities, and ongoing analytical needs. Responsibilities: • Manage key accounting activities during the monthly close process, including preparing journal entries, completing allocations, and supporting accurate financial reporting. • Perform account and balance sheet reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies to maintain reliable general ledger data. • Produce recurring financial and operational reports, refresh reporting packages for the team, and deliver analysis that supports business decision-making. • Apply advanced Excel skills to organize large data sets, tie out financial information, and improve the accuracy of reporting outputs. • Support product cost accounting by developing cost estimates, maintaining standards, reviewing bills of materials, and analyzing manufacturing variances. • Assist with operational reporting related to plant performance, including cost trends, claims analysis, and other manufacturing finance insights. • Partner with internal stakeholders to quantify vendor-related quality or specification claims by compiling labor, freight, purchasing, and other associated cost details. • Build and enhance dashboards and reporting tools in Power BI to provide clear visibility into financial and operational performance. • Contribute to broader finance initiatives such as budgeting support, enterprise projects, and accounting work tied to ongoing system and process implementations.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Racine, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 68000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payment operations for a company in Racine, Wisconsin. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, accurate with financial data, and comfortable managing invoice workflows in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will help keep vendor payments current, maintain clean records, and contribute to an efficient accounting process. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for accuracy, appropriate documentation, and proper general ledger coding before processing. • Enter payable transactions into the accounting system in a timely manner while maintaining strong attention to detail. • Coordinate scheduled payment cycles, including preparing and completing check runs according to company deadlines. • Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies to ensure outstanding items are resolved promptly. • Communicate with internal departments and external vendors to clarify invoice issues, approvals, and payment status. • Maintain organized accounts payable records and supporting documentation for audit readiness and internal reference. • Monitor open invoices and due dates to help prevent delays, duplicate payments, or missed obligations.
2026-09-15T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Milwaukee, WI
onsite
Temporary to Hire
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in a Contract to permanent capacity. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage high-volume payables work with accuracy, strong follow-through, and a service-minded approach to vendor communication. The position supports property-related financial operations and plays an important part in keeping payments, records, and reconciliations current and well organized. Responsibilities: • Manage the full accounts payable cycle by entering invoices, assigning correct general ledger coding, obtaining approvals, and completing payment processing across multiple properties. • Review invoices against purchase orders, contracts, and backup documentation to confirm completeness, pricing accuracy, and proper authorization before payment. • Serve as a point of contact for vendors by answering payment questions, addressing account issues, and resolving billing discrepancies in a courteous and timely manner. • Execute scheduled disbursements through check runs, ACH transactions, and wire payments while meeting established deadlines. • Reconcile vendor statements and accounts payable balances, investigate outstanding items, and help maintain accurate records for month-end close. • Maintain organized payment documentation and supporting files to strengthen audit readiness and internal recordkeeping. • Partner with internal teams to follow approval workflows and ensure invoices are processed efficiently and in accordance with company procedures.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Brown Deer, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 54000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support daily financial operations for an organization in Brown Deer, Wisconsin. This position focuses on managing invoice workflows, maintaining accurate payment records, and helping ensure vendor obligations are handled on time. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with financial data, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced accounting environment. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices, assign accurate general ledger codes, and prepare documentation for timely processing. • Manage the full accounts payable cycle, from verifying payment details to coordinating scheduled disbursements. • Process vendor invoices with a high degree of accuracy while maintaining organized supporting records. • Prepare and execute check runs in accordance with internal payment schedules and approval procedures. • Reconcile bank activity and investigate discrepancies to help maintain accurate financial reporting. • Communicate with vendors and internal partners to resolve billing questions, payment issues, and account variances.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Manitowoc, WI
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy finance operation in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can step into a high-volume environment, bring strong automation expertise, and help strengthen day-to-day invoice processing while improving overall efficiency. The person in this role will serve as a key resource for resolving payables issues, maintaining accurate records, and supporting a smooth workflow across purchasing and accounting activities. Responsibilities:• Manage full-cycle accounts payable activities for a high-volume invoice stream, ensuring timely and accurate processing.• Review invoices for proper account coding, purchase order alignment, and three-way match compliance before payment.• Use an RPA and SAP to process documents, research issues, and maintain organized payment records.• Investigate invoice exceptions, pricing discrepancies, and approval delays to keep transactions moving efficiently.• Coordinate ACH payments and check runs in accordance with established schedules and internal controls.• Partner with suppliers and internal teams to address questions, reconcile account details, and resolve outstanding items.• Identify workflow gaps and recommend practical improvements that increase accuracy, reduce delays, and enhance productivity.• Provide support with troubleshooting and optimizing accounts payable processes related to automation environment.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Senior Payroll Specialist

Oak Creek, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to oversee accurate and compliant payroll operations for a growing workforce in Wisconsin. This role requires someone who can manage payroll activity across multiple platforms, interpret payroll regulations confidently, and support both domestic and cross-border processing. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical ability, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach when working with internal teams and external partners. Responsibilities: • Administer end-to-end payroll processing for employee populations of varying sizes, ensuring timely and accurate payment. • Coordinate payroll activities across more than one payroll system and maintain consistency between platforms, records, and outputs. • Process multi-state payroll while applying relevant tax, wage, and compliance requirements in each jurisdiction. • Manage Canadian payroll transactions and help ensure adherence to applicable regulations, statutory deductions, and reporting obligations. • Support international payroll operations by collaborating with vendors and stakeholders involved in global employee pay programs. • Prepare, review, and analyze payroll reports, reconciliations, and audit findings to identify discrepancies and resolve issues promptly. • Partner closely with Human Resources, Finance, leadership, benefits contacts, and third-party payroll providers to address payroll-related matters. • Safeguard sensitive payroll information while maintaining a high standard of accuracy, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Accounting Specialist

Plymouth, WI
onsite
Temporary to Hire
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a growing team in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This position plays an important role in supporting day-to-day accounting activity across billing, receivables, payables, tax support, and reconciliations within a fast-moving reseller environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working closely with customers, vendors, and internal partners while balancing multiple priorities with accuracy. Responsibilities: • Generate and distribute customer invoices promptly while maintaining accurate account records and receivable balances. • Post incoming payments to the correct customer accounts and investigate variances such as short pays, overpayments, and unapplied cash. • Review aging reports regularly and follow up on outstanding balances to support effective collections efforts. • Assist with vendor payment processing, including scheduled disbursements through banking and accounting platforms. • Research supplier account issues and help resolve payment-related discrepancies in coordination with internal teams and external partners. • Support sales and use tax activities by preparing documentation, assisting with filings and reconciliations, and maintaining exemption certificate records using Avalara. • Manage monthly corporate credit card reconciliations by gathering receipts, verifying documentation, and following up on missing or incomplete submissions. • Help coordinate customer returns and related credits by working with sales, operations, and other departments to ensure transactions are properly documented. • Provide broader accounting and administrative support as needed, including backup coverage for key functions and process improvement efforts.
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant

Brookfield, WI
remote
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $70,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organized, and proactive Full-Charge Bookkeeper to take ownership of the day-to-day accounting operations of our business. This role is responsible for managing the complete accounting cycle, maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, and providing management with reliable financial information for decision-making. Job Description:• Maintaining the general ledger and ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded. Comfortable making journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, variance analysis monthly, maintaining fixed asset schedules, prepaid expense and accrual accounting concepts and firm understanding of revenue recognition• Managing full-cycle accounts payable including processing vendor invoices, coding expenses, and maintaining vendor records (including W9 file retention and 1099 issuance), monitoring aged AP and credits• Managing full-cycle accounts receivable including generating and issuing customer invoices, payment application and deposits, monitoring aged AR and credits• Working with our HR service provider on bi-weekly payrolls and recording payroll entries in our financial system. • Perform bank and credit card matching within financial software• Maintaining organized, supporting documentation for financials accounts• Assisting with gathering documentation for tax preparation and external accountant requests• Making changes to client account financial information in the company proprietary software
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager/Supervisor

Sussex, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
125000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Waukesha County. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, guiding month-end activities, and delivering clear reporting that supports business decisions. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical accounting knowledge with leadership ability, helping the team meet deadlines, strengthen processes, and support collaboration across departments. Responsibilities:• Direct daily accounting operations, including oversight of the general ledger, journal entry activity, account reconciliations, and the timely completion of financial reporting.• Prepare and evaluate monthly and periodic financial results, identifying variances, unusual movements, and key business drivers for leadership review.• Maintain reliable internal controls across financial reporting, inventory, and related accounting procedures to support accuracy and compliance.• Utilize the company ERP platform and reporting tools to interpret financial and operational data and provide meaningful analysis.• Apply advanced Excel capabilities, such as pivot tables, lookup formulas, data validation, and basic modeling techniques, to improve reporting and decision support.• Supervise accounting personnel and oversee accounts receivable activities to ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule.• Delegate assignments, monitor progress, review completed work, and provide coaching and training to strengthen team performance.• Foster accountability through clear expectations, constructive feedback, and consistent follow-through with staff members.• Contribute as a hands-on leader by balancing day-to-day accounting execution with process enhancements and effective communication across functions.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable

Waukesha, WI
onsite
Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable specialist to support daily receivables activity for a long-term contract opportunity in Wisconsin. This position focuses on processing deductions, reviewing credit-related documentation, and resolving account discrepancies in a high-volume setting. The ideal candidate learns quickly, works well independently, and brings strong accuracy when managing data and customer account records. Responsibilities: • Access customer account portals to retrieve supporting documents and submit credit memo requests through AS400 or trade promotion systems using both manual and upload methods. • Open and document disputes related to billbacks that are determined to be unsupported or inaccurate. • Track account deductions by maintaining organized records and updating logs for assigned customers. • Investigate unresolved credit memos and unapplied cash items to help clear outstanding balances. • Partner with the Customer Accounting Supervisor on research, reconciliations, and issue resolution tied to complex receivables matters. • Follow up on overdue deduction balances and support collection efforts while preserving strong customer relationships. • Review account activity for discrepancies and take appropriate action to support accurate receivables reporting.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Tax Staff - Public

Greenfield, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
73000 - 94000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced tax and small business accounting specialist to join a collaborative firm in Greenfield, Wisconsin. This position focuses on preparing tax filings for individuals and businesses while supporting clients with day-to-day accounting and financial reporting needs. The ideal candidate brings strong technical judgment, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to communicate financial information in a clear, practical way. Responsibilities: • Prepare federal, state, and local tax returns for individual and business clients, partnering with firm leadership to address complex tax matters. • Examine client financial records for accuracy and completeness, identify missing documentation, and follow up to gather needed information before filing. • Research tax rules and trace variances or inconsistencies in supporting data to help ensure accurate reporting. • Provide accounting support for small business clients by handling payables, receivables, general journal activity, and balance sheet reconciliations. • Produce financial statements and discuss results with clients in a straightforward manner that supports informed business decisions. • Keep client accounting data current and well organized within QuickBooks Online and other firm tax and accounting platforms. • Assist with fixed asset tracking, depreciation activity, and tax planning assignments as requested. • Maintain orderly workpapers and coordinate competing deadlines across multiple client engagements. • Contribute ideas that strengthen accounting processes and improve workflow efficiency as the practice continues to expand. • Foster strong client relationships through timely communication, dependable follow-through, and attentive service.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

17 results for Payroll Accountant in Milwaukee, WI