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Payroll Specialist jobs in Milwaukee, WI
Payroll specialists make sure people are paid correctly and on time. They process pay runs, handle deductions, and keep payroll compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.
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$60k
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We are seek to cover a temporary maternity leave position for a Payroll/ Dispatcher for the a 12pm – 6 pm shift for at least 8 months. This position has the potential to become full-time as time goes on. Payroll Dispatch…
opportunity to make an impact and rise above the possible.Job posting end date: IntroductionWe are looking for a Tactical Sourcing Specialist to join our North and Central America (NCA) Sourcing Team. In this role, you w…
$70.32k - $105.48k
About The Job THIS ROLE WILL BE BASED IN MILWAUKEE, WI.As an Enterprise Insights Specialist - Field Research, you will help transform field insights into actionable intelligence that drives profitable growth and strategi…
$105.4k - $207k
Position Summary Our Deloitte Enterprise Performance team is at the forefront of enterprise technology, working across finance, supply chain, and IT operations to deliver holistic performance improvement and digital tran…
$28.99 - $35.43 per hour
At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed in the right ways, al…
$15 - $17.5 per hour
members on photo department operations and services to ensure adequate coverage and operational continuity during times when the Photo Specialist is not scheduled. • Follows company policies, asset protection standards,…
$54.93k - $79.98k
perspectives to the table, so we can truly know and help our clients, communities, and each other. About the role: CLA is seeking a Payroll Processing Analyst (Payroll Analyst II) to join our HR Systems & Payroll (HRSP)…
used car and internal service hours. This is a Part-time position. Schlossmann Honda City is seeking a dedicated Part Time Parts Specialist to join our team in Milwaukee, WI. In this role, you will play a crucial part in…
celebrate each other’s successes. Here’s to crafting careers and creating new legacies. Crafted Highlights: The Benefits & Payroll Coordinator in Milwaukee, WI, is responsible for the financial administration, reconcilia…
Payroll Specialist – To $60K – Brookfield, WI – Job # 3768-147205 Who We Are The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Schaumburg, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers…
Payroll Specialist – To $65K – Milwaukee, WI – Job # 3598b Who We Are The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Schaumburg, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers around…
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What payroll specialists earn in Milwaukee
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $21–$26 | $43k–$55k |
| Mid level | $25–$33 | $52k–$68k |
| Senior | $32–$41 | $66k–$86k |
Adjusted for the Milwaukee market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Payroll processingADP, Paychex, or WorkdayMulti-state payroll taxWage and hour complianceGarnishments and deductionsBenefits administration basicsExcelDiscretion and confidentialityAccuracy under deadlines
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through a full payroll cycle you have run.
Cover collecting time data, validating changes, processing, review, and post-run reporting. Emphasize your checks before anything is finalized.
How do you handle a payroll error after employees have been paid?
Show urgency and correctness: quantify the error, follow the legal rules for corrections, communicate honestly with those affected, and fix the root cause.
What experience do you have with multi-state payroll?
Name the states and the wrinkles you managed, such as local taxes, differing overtime rules, or remote-worker registrations.
How do you process garnishments and other involuntary deductions?
Show you know the order of priority, response deadlines, and the documentation trail, and that you treat these with strict confidentiality.
Which payroll systems have you used, and have you been through a conversion?
Name the platforms and your depth in each. Conversion or implementation experience is a strong differentiator worth detailing.
How do you keep payroll data confidential?
Mention access controls, clean-desk habits, and declining to discuss compensation outside proper channels, even under social pressure.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For payroll specialists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the payroll size you ran: employee count, pay frequencies, and number of states or entities.
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Quantify accuracy, such as error rates or consecutive on-time pay runs, since that is the core promise of the role.
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Name your platforms exactly — ADP Workforce Now, Paychex Flex, Workday, Gusto — as job posts filter on them.
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Include compliance wins, like clean payroll tax filings, resolved agency notices, or year-end W-2 cycles delivered without corrections.
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List certifications such as FPC or CPP; they carry real weight in payroll hiring.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Payroll Clerk
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Payroll Specialist
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Senior Payroll Specialist
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Payroll Manager
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