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2 results for Payroll Manager in Milwaukee, WI

Payroll Administrator
  • Germantown, WI
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to support payroll operations for a manufacturing organization in Germantown, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract opportunity will focus on maintaining accurate, timely payroll processing for a large multi-state employee population while providing dependable coverage for an extended leave. The role is well suited for someone who is comfortable working independently, collaborating across departments, and managing payroll details in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 1,200 employees across multiple locations using Paylocity.<br>• Examine time records, approvals, overtime entries, deductions, garnishments, and manual changes to confirm payroll accuracy before each cycle is finalized.<br>• Administer payroll in compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, including requirements specific to California.<br>• Address employee payroll inquiries and coordinate with HR regarding status changes, leave-related updates, and other payroll-impacting information.<br>• Review payroll reports, investigate variances, and correct discrepancies in advance of payroll submission deadlines.<br>• Partner with payroll leadership on audit preparation, tax-related activities, and ongoing compliance monitoring.<br>• Provide Finance with payroll reporting support and information needed for payroll-related journal entries.<br>• Update and organize payroll process documentation to strengthen team continuity and support consistent procedures.
  • 2026-08-03T00:00:00Z
Payroll Tax Analyst
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half is partnering with a client in the recruiting for a Payroll Tax Analyst to join their team. Seeking an individual with 5-10 years of payroll tax compliance and payroll operations experience, including multi-state payroll tax processing and support for high-volume employee population required. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll tax filings, reconciliations, research, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. </p><p><br></p><p>This is a permanent placement opportunity offering competitive compensation package and a hybrid schedule. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage payroll tax compliance activities for federal, state, and local jurisdictions. </li><li>Process and reconcile payroll tax filings, deposits, amendments, and year-end reporting, including W-2s and related tax documents. </li><li>Support payroll processing in a multi-state environment with high employee volume and complex tax scenarios.</li><li>Research and resolve payroll tax notices, discrepancies, and agency inquiries in a timely manner.</li><li>Maintain tax account registrations and ensure compliance with changing payroll tax laws and regulations. </li><li>Perform account reconciliations related to payroll taxes, garnishments, and general ledger payroll accounts. </li><li>Partner with Payroll, HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure accurate employee taxation and reporting. </li><li>Assist with audits, internal controls, process improvements, and documentation related to payroll tax operations. </li><li>Review payroll data for accuracy and identify issues related to tax withholding, reciprocity, local taxes, and employee work/resident locations. </li><li>Contribute to system testing, implementations, and upgrades impacting payroll tax functionality. </li></ul>
  • 2026-07-21T00:00:00Z