Payroll Specialist

WISCONSIN ALUMINUM FOUNDRY MASTER•Manitowoc, WI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry is looking for a Payroll Specialist who takes pride in getting the details right, stays calm when problems arise, and can independently own a critical process from start to finish. This is more than a data-entry position. Our Payroll Specialist plays an important role in making sure employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining confidential employee information and supporting the financial operations of the company. Our current Payroll Specialist is preparing for retirement and is providing a planned transition period for the person joining our team. This means you'll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced payroll professional, learn our processes firsthand, ask questions, and build confidence before taking full ownership of the role. If you're the kind of person who likes to understand how things work, why they work, and what to do when something doesn't look right, you'll fit well here.

Requirements

High school diploma
Payroll or accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Strong attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Comfort working with office systems, spreadsheets, and integrated software

Responsibilities

Enter and review production and employee timekeeping information
Research and correct discrepancies to ensure employees are paid accurately
Prepare payroll information for deductions, garnishments, child support, union dues, and other payroll-related items
Review and balance payroll registers, edits, and summaries
Process weekly payroll checks and required reports
Prepare information and vouchers for banking and payment of payroll liabilities
Maintain employee pay profiles and deductions within the payroll/ERP system
Respond to employee and third-party payroll information requests
Work closely with Finance, HR, supervisors, and employees to resolve payroll questions
Identify problems and follow them through to resolution
Perform other duties that support the payroll and accounting functions