Payroll Jobs in Wisconsin

A Payroll professional in the accounting industry manages the process of paying an organization's employees. They ensure the accurate processing and recording of the company's payroll, provide timely and accurate financial information, and participate in data entry and processing for the company's payroll. This includes ensuring that all calculations are accurate, that all necessary deductions have been made, and that employees are paid on time. Payroll professionals also ensure that the organization is in compliance with all tax laws, labor laws, and any other applicable regulations.

Important skills for a Payroll professional include attention to detail, understanding of accounting principles, proficiency with payroll software, and knowledge of tax and labor laws. They should also have strong communication skills and the ability to manage time effectively. Payroll professionals may also need certifications like the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) which are offered by the American Payroll Association. Before becoming a payroll professional, a person might have roles such as a Payroll Clerk, Accountant, or Human Resources Assistant which would give them the necessary skills and experience.

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Payroll Specialist

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 12 days ago

Qualifications Three or more years of experience processing multi-state payroll....

Payroll Specialist

  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 4 hours ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 4 hours ago

Job Summary: Seeking an experienced payroll professional to manage in-house payroll processes and ensure compliance with payroll regulations and tax withholding laws....

Payroll Manager

  • Platteville, WI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Platteville, WI
  • 11 hours ago

Assisting in the design and implementation of enhancements to the company's payroll system and payroll procedures. Key contact to Seven group for all WAN related payroll matters....

Payroll Specialist

  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI
  • 1 day ago

Ensures specific compliance requirements are administered timely including but not limited to: DOL, IRS, FLSA, Federal & State regulations, garnishments, levies, court orders, company policy, direct...

HR Payroll/Operations Specialist

  • Rhinelander, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Rhinelander, WI
  • 3 days ago

/Operations Specialist your responsibilities will be: Payroll Processing and Support - 50% Support payroll processing for the organization, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and...

Senior Payroll Analyst

  • Beloit, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Beloit, WI
  • 4 days ago

Payroll Analyst to join their team. As a Sr. Payroll Analyst, you will be part of the Global HRIS team supporting various payroll processes....

Accounts Payable/Payroll Clerk

  • Whitewater, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Whitewater, WI
  • 4 days ago

Compile and process bi-weekly payroll for City. Maintain payroll records for setup and changes of payroll data on new and continuing employees....

Payroll Clerk

  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • 5 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The payroll clerk is responsible for reviewing and processing merit review forms and team member transfers, working with multiple pay scales, coding, data entry, analyzing reports,...

Senior Sales Compensation Analyst/ CaptivateIQ Specialist

  • Madison, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 5 days ago

With Confluent, organizations can harness the full power of continuously flowing data to innovate and win in the modern digital world. We have a purpose that drives us to do better every day we're...

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Business Systems Analyst - Payroll (UWSA employees only)

  • Madison, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 6 days ago

of Workday, our HR, payroll and financial system....

Payroll Specialist

  • New Berlin, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • New Berlin, WI
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of payroll administration for three-four weekly payrolls....

Payroll Specialist/HRIS

  • Beloit, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Beloit, WI
  • 7 days ago

Maintain and update employee payroll records Coordinate with accounting and tax teams to ensure seamless service delivery Qualifications: Prior experience in payroll processing Working knowledge of...

HR & Payroll Admin (HRIS & Complex Payroll exp req)

  • Clinton, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Clinton, WI
  • 7 days ago

and manual adjustments • Handle child support garnishments and ensure accurate vendor payments • Administer payroll deductions and ensure accurate benefits cost transfers • Run audits...

Payroll Operations Analyst

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 7 days ago

Work closely with various payroll tax vendors to ensure Federal, State Local payroll tax filings are submitted timely and correctly Handle online payroll tax registrations required by State, SUI and...

Payroll Coordinator (Temporary)

  • Hartland, WI
  • 10 days ago
  • Hartland, WI
  • 10 days ago

Calculate garnishments and wage assignments, maintaining integrity and compliance in all financial transactions....

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Payroll Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Payroll Jobs in Wisconsin

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Payroll positions.



Highest Education Level

Payrolls in Wisconsin offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.8%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
High School or GED
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
Some College
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Payrolls in Wisconsin
4-6 years
37.5%
2-4 years
33.3%
6-8 years
20.8%
1-2 years
4.2%
10+ years
4.2%


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