Payroll Administrator

Milwaukee Succeeds; Milwaukee, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation and holidays

Employee assistance programs

Disability benefits

Life insurance

Learning and development

Job summary

Komatsu is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join our newly established Total Rewards team in Milwaukee, WI (South Harbor). You will support North America with payroll processes, onboarding/offboarding, leave management, reporting, and HR analytics, gaining foundational skills with potential for advancement.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with HR, benefits, and the business, and requires adaptability to evolving daily needs while maintaining high accuracy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in Payroll or Finance.
• Must possess strong customer service and professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow verbal instructions and perform basic arithmetic and payroll calculations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, manage high volume, repetitive tasks, and remain adaptable.
• Confidentiality and ability to interact with employees at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Confirm data changes via automated process for employee changes such as new hires, terminations, & pay changes.
• Compute wage and overtime payments, calculate and record payroll deductions and processing terminations.
• Update/process earnings and deductions in the payroll system (UKG).
• Perform historical corrections on time records in the Workforce Management system to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Process weekly, bi-weekly and/or monthly payrolls for assigned employee groups.
• Analyze payroll data to ensure error-free processing.
• Provide payroll support on garnishments and levies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with HR, Benefits, and other business units.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Payroll calculations

Adaptability

Tools

UKG

Excel

Job description

Job Overview

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Administrator to join our newly established Total Rewards team in Milwaukee, WI (South Harbor)! At Komatsu, our Total Rewards team supports North America in various areas including payroll, onboarding, offboarding, leave management, reporting, compensation, benefits, HRIS, and HR analytics. This role will provide foundational skills in payroll administration with potential for career advancement within each key area of the team. The ideal candidate will enjoy working cross-functionally between human resources, benefits, and the business, and will be adaptable to meet the evolving needs of the day.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Confirm data changes via automated process for employee changes such as new hires, terminations, & pay changes
• Computing wage and overtime payments, calculating and recording payroll deductions and processing terminations
• Update/Process employee earnings and deductions and miscellaneous payroll entries using payroll system, UKG
• Perform historical corrections on employee time records within the Workforce Management (WFM) system to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and labor regulations.
• Processing weekly, bi-weekly and/or monthly payrolls for assigned employee groups
• Analysis of payroll data toensure error free processing
• Payroll support on garnishments and levies
• Develop and maintain relationships with Human Resources and Employee Benefits, as well as other business units throughout the United States

Qualifications/Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in Payroll or Finance
• Must possess strong Customer service and professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability toread, comprehend and follow verbal instructions and ability to perform basic arithmetic and payroll calculations
• Strong attention to detail and ability to consistently meet strict deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced working environment, manage high volume, repetitive daily tasks, and be highly adaptable
• Proven success with tasks requiring high level of accuracy and confidentiality
• Able to handle difficult situations with patience. Confidence in interacting with employees at all levels of the organization, both vertically and horizontally

Willingness to learn:

• the importance of payroll processes and procedures
• federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines
• payroll tax laws, HR laws, garnishment laws, and HR Policies
• Basic Excel skills required withthe willingness to broaden Excel skills to advanced
• Basic understanding of the importance of Labor Unions within an organization and commitment to learning the nuances to ensure pay is accurate
• Ability to navigate multiple computer systems

Additional Information

Company Benefits

Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. We embrace a positive and empowering employee experience with a culture that prides itself on a diverse and inclusive environment.

• 401k and/or employee savings programs
• Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays)
• Employee and family assistance programs
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee learning and development programs

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions.We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion. United, we are on a journey towards a sustainable future that creates value together.

Company Information

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together. Since the company's founding in 1921, Komatsu has been committed to supporting individuals and communities through job training, skills development and giving back. As a Komatsu employee, you will be encouraged to grow alongside our global company, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. If you are looking for a company that values your talent and potential, join Komatsu to be a part of something big and help advance modern society. Learn more at www.komatsu.com.

EEO Statement

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.