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6 results for Payroll Ap Specialist in Milwaukee, WI

Payroll Specialist
  • Waukesha, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to provide dependable payroll support for a manufacturing organization in Waukesha, Wisconsin. This long-term contract opportunity is well suited for someone who can manage detailed payroll tasks, maintain accurate records, and respond effectively to employee and HR questions. The position plays an important role in keeping payroll operations organized, compliant, and on schedule.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Enter and update payroll-related changes such as tax withholding elections, payment corrections, banking updates, and employee-authorized deductions with a high level of accuracy.</p><p>• Maintain payroll logs, tracking tools, and related records to support timely handling of reimbursements, referral payments, severance activity, and other payroll items.</p><p>• Administer wage garnishment activity by reviewing orders, applying deductions correctly, and ensuring required actions are completed on time.</p><p>• Audit timekeeping information for completeness and accuracy before transferring approved hours into the payroll system for processing.</p><p>• Organize and maintain payroll and HR documentation, including onboarding records, separation paperwork, and other confidential employee files.</p><p>• Act as a knowledgeable resource for employees and HR partners by answering questions related to payroll processes, systems, and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Partner with payroll team members to keep process guides and training materials accurate, updated, and easy to access.</p><p>• Follow established payroll procedures and identify areas where documentation or workflows should be clarified or improved.</p>
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
Workday Payroll Specialist or Analyst
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented payroll specialist with strong Workday experience to support payroll operations for an organization in the energy and natural resources sector based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can balance accurate transaction processing, regulatory compliance, and responsive employee support in a fast-paced environment. The role will contribute to payroll administration, reporting, and audit readiness while helping maintain reliable payroll processes across a range of pay-related programs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer payroll activities in Workday, ensuring employee pay is processed accurately and in accordance with established schedules and policies.<br>• Review payroll data for completeness and correctness, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues related to earnings, deductions, benefits, and union-related items.<br>• Prepare and validate payroll reports, month-end summaries, and supporting documentation for accounting and finance teams.<br>• Support compliance efforts by maintaining audit-ready records and helping ensure adherence to internal controls, statutory requirements, and Sarbanes-Oxley expectations.<br>• Coordinate payroll-related accounting entries and reconcile payroll information with general ledger and financial reporting requirements.<br>• Respond to employee and stakeholder questions regarding payroll calculations, insurance deductions, pension plans, salary structures, and other pay components.<br>• Monitor time and attendance inputs, including data received from timekeeping systems, to promote accurate payroll outcomes.<br>• Assist with quality checks, auditing activities, and ongoing process improvements to strengthen payroll accuracy and operational efficiency.
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Brookfield, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 45000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a Brookfield, Wisconsin area organization. In this role, you will handle various aspects of the accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of maintaining compliance with financial regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper coding and compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Conduct regular check runs to ensure timely payments to vendors and suppliers.</p><p>• Review and verify invoice details, including amounts and account codes, for accuracy.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues.</p><p>• Maintain organized and up-to-date records of all accounts payable transactions.</p><p>• Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports for management review.</p><p>• Assist in month-end closing activities by reconciling accounts payable balances.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to financial regulations and company procedures.</p><p>• Support audit processes by providing necessary documentation and explanations.</p>
  • 2026-05-05T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a respected full-service business law firm in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract opportunity is fully onsite and offers the chance to contribute to a stable, collaborative finance team within a well-established organization. The person in this role will help keep payable operations accurate, organized, and responsive while supporting day-to-day financial activity and related projects.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming invoices, verify supporting details, and assign accurate coding before processing for payment.<br>• Create and maintain vendor records, respond to payment-related questions, and ensure supplier information remains up to date.<br>• Manage employee reimbursement submissions and assist with scheduled weekly and monthly disbursement cycles, including ACH and check payments.<br>• Handle benefit-related invoices and provide support for questions connected to those transactions.<br>• Maintain complete accounts payable documentation and follow established procedures to support compliance and audit readiness.<br>• Contribute to broader accounts payable activities and assist the finance team with departmental initiatives and special projects.
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 50000 - 54000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support daily financial operations for a growing organization in Brown Deer, Wisconsin. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, accurate with data, and confident handling vendor invoices and payment activity. The role will work closely with accounting personnel to keep payables current, reconcile records, and help maintain reliable financial documentation.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, assign the proper account coding, and enter them into the accounting system in a timely manner.<br>• Manage the full invoice workflow from receipt through approval, ensuring payment deadlines are met and documentation is complete.<br>• Prepare and process regular check runs while confirming payment amounts, vendor details, and supporting records.<br>• Reconcile bank activity and related accounts to identify discrepancies and support accurate month-end reporting.<br>• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to resolve billing questions, payment issues, and unmatched invoice items.<br>• Maintain organized accounts payable files and ensure records are accessible for audits and internal review.<br>• Monitor outstanding obligations and help keep the accounts payable ledger accurate and up to date.
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
Accounting Specialist
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 55000 - 70000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a downtown Milwaukee client in the recruiting for a Bookkeeper to join our team and provide hands-on support to the Controller. In this role, you will be responsible for a range of transactional accounting tasks and general ledger (GL) work. Experience in the real estate or construction industry is highly desirable, though not required.</p><p><br></p><p>This is permanent placement opportunity offering full health insurance benefits package, 3+ weeks vacation, 401k matching and paid parking.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process day-to-day accounting transactions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.</li><li>Assist with posting journal entries and maintaining the general ledger.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close procedures.</li><li>Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely, accurate manner.</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements and management reports under the direction of the Controller.</li><li>Help with invoicing, expense tracking, and credit card reconciliations.</li><li>Maintain organized accounting records and documentation in compliance with company policies and industry standards.</li><li>Coordinate with the Controller for ad-hoc projects and reporting as required.</li><li>Leverage prior real estate or construction accounting experience in handling multiple entities, project costing, or job tracking, if applicable.</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-22T00:00:00Z