Payroll/Accounting Clerk

Robert Half • Pewaukee, WI • 1h ago

Description We are looking for a Payroll/Accounting Clerk to join a collaborative team in Pewaukee, Wisconsin on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This position centers on weekly payroll processing while also contributing to accounts receivable and day-to-day accounting support. The ideal candidate is organized, accurate, and comfortable handling payroll details, financial records, and employee inquiries in a fast-paced environment. Training is available for someone who brings prior payroll experience and the ability to learn union-related payroll practices quickly.

Responsibilities:

Process weekly payroll for approximately 20 employees, ensuring hours, deductions, and classifications are entered accurately and on time.

Maintain up-to-date payroll files and employee records, verifying changes and supporting accurate documentation.

Apply payroll rules for different employee groups, including office staff and union-related classifications, in accordance with company guidelines.

Respond to payroll questions, investigate discrepancies, and help resolve issues with pay, deductions, or recordkeeping.

Prepare payroll-related reports and support documentation needed for internal review and compliance purposes.

Assist with accounts receivable tasks by recording incoming payments and keeping customer account information current.

Support general accounting operations through data entry, reconciliations, and routine clerical accounting work.

Provide additional administrative and accounting assistance as business needs require.

Use accounting and payroll systems such as Sage 100 to support accurate transaction processing and record maintenance. Requirements - At least 1 year of experience in payroll, accounting support, or a related clerical finance role.

Working knowledge of weekly payroll processing, including deductions, garnishments, and payroll record maintenance.

Familiarity with accounts receivable functions and general accounting support activities.

Experience using Sage 100 or similar payroll/accounting software.

Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage sensitive information accurately and confidentially.

Ability to learn union payroll procedures and apply established policies consistently.

Effective communication skills and the ability to work well within a small team environment.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

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