The Payroll Specialist is crucial for ensuring accurate and timely processing of the company's payroll. This role involves managing various aspects of the weekly payroll process, from timecard management to compliance, making it essential for maintaining efficient payroll operations across the organization. The specialist engages in a blend of timecard reviewing, payroll report analyses, hours and rate edits, payroll processing, and compliance documentation throughout the week, with a specific focus on data analysis, employee inquiries, and report verification towards the end of the week to ensure smooth payroll closure.

The Company:

The Walbec Group of companies is currently in its third generation of family leadership producing high-quality construction materials and delivering unparalleled professional design, engineering, and construction services.

• Multi-year Milwaukee Business Journal Best Place to Work honoree and a Best Place to Work by Employ Humanity.
• Associated with many exciting state, municipal, federal, and commercial projects. Check out our website for a complete list of interesting projects.
• Proud Partner of the Green Bay Packers.

The Position:

• Timecard Management:
  • Review, export, and re-export timecards to ensure accuracy in payroll processing.
• Payroll Processing:
  • Process weekly payroll for the company, including handling specific deductions and ensuring accuracy across various payment structures.
• Data Analysis and Rate Edits:
  • Generate hours and rate edits to identify and make necessary adjustments to ensure compliance with applicable rates and benefits.
• Compliance and Documentation:
  • Manage and process unemployment forms, levies, and garnishments.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Reporting:
  • Review insights logs and other payroll-related reports to monitor and report on operational metrics.
  • Review and verify the accuracy of payroll registers and related reports to ensure correct data processing.
• Employee Support:
  • Address and resolve payroll-related questions and issues from employees, providing clear and concise information to assist with their queries.

The Benefits:

Team members at the Walbec Group are offered competitive pay and benefits that align with our values while supporting good health and a balanced life now and into the future. Additionally, we offer a range of opportunities for professional development and career growth that help us all to be successful.

We have the usual suspects like dental, vision, life, flex, EAP, PTO and holidays, but our favorites are the "no premium medical plan" and HRA contribution (with participation in wellness initiatives), company paid STD and LTD, 401k & profit sharing with company contribution and lastly, robust Walbec training.

The Candidate:

• Associates degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• A "Can Do" attitude and willingness to learn new programs and skills
• Excellent auditing and attention to detail
• Strong knowledge of computer software including general computer navigation skills
• Accurate data entry and typing skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced, high volume environment and meet multiple weekly deadlines
• Past union contract payroll experience beneficial

Why Should You Apply?

First, because we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture here at the Walbec Group. Our leadership understands the unique abilities and differences of our team members is what drives our innovation and growth. When you choose Walbec, you'll be welcomed into a supportive environment where all team members feel heard, respected, and valued.

• Excellent wages and benefits packages.
• Job security in our role as an essential company providing infrastructure services.
• Growth opportunities working alongside and learning from experienced industry professionals.
• Be involved in innovative, cool projects throughout the local area and the state.
• Family-oriented, supportive culture.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!