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Description We are looking for a skilled Payroll Analyst to join our team on a contract basis in New Berlin, Wisconsin. This role requires an experienced and detail-oriented individual to manage complex payroll operations, including multi-state payroll processing and union agreements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll systems and compliance, ensuring accurate categorizations and reporting for W-2 forms.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze payroll data to identify and categorize overtime payments based on union agreements and company policies.

• Investigate past payroll corrections and retroactive payments to ensure proper classification and compliance.

• Collaborate with team members to streamline payroll processes across different systems, including time and labor tracking and payroll issuance.

• Manage multi-state payroll operations for both union and non-union employees, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations.

• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to process bi-monthly payroll for over 500 employees.

• Prepare detailed reports for W-2 forms, addressing overtime premiums and ensuring compliance with applicable laws.

• Monitor payroll activities to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Support the team in finalizing payroll processes within the project timeline of 3-4 weeks.

• Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in all payroll-related tasks.

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to address payroll-related concerns and provide solutions. Requirements • Minimum of 3 years of experience in full-cycle payroll management.

• Proficiency in multi-state payroll processing, including union and non-union environments.

• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now for payroll operations.

• Familiarity with processing payroll for over 500 employees.

• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and reporting requirements, including W-2 forms.

• Ability to investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and retroactive payment issues.

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills to manage complex payroll systems.

• Effective communication skills to collaborate with teams and stakeholders.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.

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