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Finance Specialist - Payroll

Oakwood Village
Madison, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/27/2026
Position Overview

This position reports to the Controller and is responsible for payroll, regulatory submissions, and financial analysis projects.

MISSION STATEMENT

We are Called to serve a thriving community of seniors that live with dignity, connection and purpose.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Manages payroll workload. Ensure payroll is processed in an accurate, compliant, and timely manner.
  • Act as administrator of payroll softoware including management of employee information.
  • Collaborates effectively with Human Resources.
  • Processes and remits benefit deductions within payroll system and with third party vendors (insurance, FSA, 403(b), etc.).
  • Prepares and/or submits reports for compliance requirements.
  • Prepares payroll journal entries and reconciles correlating general ledger accounts.
  • Monitors accuracy and timeliness of payroll service provider tax filings, wage attachments, and garnishments.
  • Assists in the development and implementation of payroll policies and procedures and payroll-related training.
  • Contribute to special projects and create efficiencies through automation.

Essential Qualifications

  • Knowledge of payroll functions and general accounting principles.
  • Accurate and detail oriented.
  • Demonstrate organizational and prioritization skills to meet deadlines.
  • Willingness to learn and implement new software and automation
  • Ability to handle confidential information.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate and foster teamwork to support Oakwood’s mission.
  • Exercise professional judgment and work with minimal supervision.
  • Information management skills and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to share constructive feedback.

Experience, Education, And/Or Training

  • Associate or Bachelors degree in Accounting with 7 years relevant experience.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and other data applications; advanced Excel skills preferred.
  • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

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