Payroll Specialist Senior, Madison, WI

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PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs daily payroll department processes and audits to prepare for accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll processing.
• Runs and reviews validations to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely.
• Reconciles payroll prior to transmission.
• Understands proper tax treatment of employer provided benefits.
• Maintains working knowledge of payroll to understand gross to net paycheck calculations.
• Processes correct garnishment calculations and compliance.
• Executes time and attendance processing and interface with payroll, completes appropriate reviews and audits to ensure accuracy.
• Prepares reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages.
• Delivers customer service for payroll related questions and inquiries.
• Understands application of federal, state and local tax regulations pertaining to payroll tax reporting and withholding.
• Reconciles quarterly tax reports and contributes to year end and W2 balancing.
• Works cross functionally with other departments.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• HS Diploma required; degree or certification in payroll is a plus

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 3 years of payroll experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to effectively work within a team
• Ability to meet deadlines with accuracy and confidence
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills

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