Payroll Specialist

Job Description:What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common?Ellsworth Adhesives provides materials that help make each of those products!Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Payroll Specialist opportunity. This role reports into our corporate headquarters located in Germantown, WI, and is an on-site/hybrid position.Want to continue to grow your career? This is an exciting time to be a part of Ellsworth, come join our team!Ellsworth Corporation is a family-run company that has had continuous growth for over 50 years. We are an industry-leading global distributor, manufacturer, and packager of adhesives used by cell phone, medical device, space/aerospace, and electric vehicle industries! Click here to see our state-of-the-art facility and distribution center and learn more about our business, and here to find out more about the industries we serve, and here to learn about our consumer and manufacturing divisionsThis role processes payroll, including maintaining related records, filing tax reports and voluntary deduction reports for assigned employees. It also prepares, analyzes and submits various payroll, tax and benefits withholding reports and supports payroll compliance efforts by staying current on federal and state payroll regulations and implementing any necessary payroll process changes.ResponsibilitiesProcesses payroll for all employees in assigned Business Units and/or Corporate in accordance with labor regulations and standard accounting principlesPrepares, reviews and reconciles payroll reports to ensure accurate and timely processing and reporting for internal and external groupsFile, process and maintain employee payroll recordsResponds to inquiries from employees, managers and other departments to resolve payroll and time keeping related issuesInvestigates and resolves discrepancies in payroll data and works with other departments to ensure accuracyCreates and analyzes payroll reports for management identifying trends and potential issues. Reports errors in payroll accounting to the proper management representative with recommendationsPerks and BenefitsAs an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more! Click Here for a summary of Employee BenefitsQualifications3 + years of experience in Payroll function2 + years in an Accounting related function a plusFull-cycle Workday payroll experience preferredBachelor’s degree from a four-year college in Accounting, Finance or related field. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered as equivalentFundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferredStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsVery strong verbal and written communicationProficiency in Microsoft Excel, accounting software and payroll/HRIS systemsAccuracy and attention to detailAbility to handle confidential information with utmost care and qualityProven ability to stay current on multi-state payroll tax requirements and relevant laws associated with the processing of employee wage data and, payroll taxesDemonstrated commitment to customer serviceAbility to develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders including HR, Finance, IT and external vendors#Corp #Payroll #Finance #J-18808-Ljbffr