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Compensation & Payroll Specialist

CFS
Madison, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/2/2026
Looking to grow your Payroll career with a company that’s been thriving for 50 years and has over 1,000 employees? CFS is searching for a Compensation & Payroll Specialist who’s ready to make a big impact while working in a fun, collaborative, and people-first environment.

Why You’ll Love It Here

  • A Legacy of Success: Over half a century of growth and stability.
  • Big Company, Big Impact: With 1,000 employees, your work touches lives across the organization.
  • Rewards That Reward You: Competitive pay, great bonus opportunities, and benefits that have you covered.
  • Career Growth: We love to promote from within — the sky’s the limit.
  • Culture That Cares: We believe work should be fun, people should be valued, and wins should be celebrated.
  • Modern HQ: A fresh, inviting workspace designed for collaboration and comfort.

What You’ll Do

  • Process payroll with accuracy and meeting deadlines.
  • Support salary benchmarking, market analysis, and annual compensation reviews.
  • Partner with HR and Finance leadership to keep policies compliant and programs running smoothly.
  • Help employees understand their compensation and payroll related questions.
  • Drive improvements to make our programs even better.

What We’re Looking For

  • 2 years of experience in compensation and payroll
  • Strong knowledge of pay structures, HRIS/payroll systems, and compliance requirements.
  • A detail-driven, confidential, and trustworthy professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Compensation: $55,000 - $70,000

Salary : $55,000 - $70,000

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