Job RequirementsEssential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Processes payrolls with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness. Support on employee payroll records, earnings, deductions, taxes, and leave balances. Prepare and file payroll taxes, garnishments, and retirement contributions. Reconcile payroll data and support year-end processes (W-2s, audit support). Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries. Ensure compliance with FLSA, IRS, Wisconsin retirement regulations, and County policies. Serve as a payroll system expert, supporting configuration, testing, and troubleshooting. Work with Finance, HR, and IT to improve system workflows, integrations, and data accuracy. Maintain documentation for payroll processes and internal controls. Develop and produce payroll-related reports. Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements. Participate in HRIS enhancements and payroll-related project initiatives. Support training, communication, and implementation of new procedures. Responsible for the application and implementation of all existing union contracts, the wage schedules, and County policies as related to payroll, in coordination with the Department of Administration. Verifies wages, employment, and other information to appropriate parties as necessary or requested. It is unlikely an employee will perform all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is the list exhaustive in the sense it covers all the duties an employee may be required to perform. The examples are merely indicative, not restrictive. Supervisory Responsibilities NoneOther experience and qualifications: Knowledge of policies and procedures relating to payroll and fringe benefit management processing and ability to readily acquire knowledge of County accounting and payroll systems. Knowledge of basic accounting principles relating to payroll processing, and an understanding of generally accepted accounting principles and procedures, and governmental accounting. Ability to coordinate and implement payroll and accounting systems in a large, multi-department organization. Ability to establish and meet work deadlines and stay on task with constant interruptions, and comprehensive knowledge of filing and record maintenance procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, County officials and officers and the general public contacted in the course of work. Ability to influence, coach, and mentor department and cross-functional team members. Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of work.Application instructions: To apply, complete required online application. Applications accepted until position filled. Equal opportunity employer.