Payroll Specialist

Ashley Furniture Industries; Town of Arcadia (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashley Furniture Industries is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our Finance and Transactional Accounting team in Wisconsin. You will process weekly payroll for hourly associates across multiple locations, ensure accuracy, and maintain regulatory compliance.

Collaborate with Human Resources and Operations to resolve discrepancies, prepare payroll documentation, and support audits while delivering excellent service to associates nationwide.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
• Experience with payroll processing and timekeeping systems desirable.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office applications required.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for hourly associates across multiple Ashley locations.
• Review, audit, and validate payroll data including time worked, wages, deductions, and other payroll transactions.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, adjustments, and employee inquiries.
• Maintain payroll records in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with payroll tax, garnishment, and deduction administration as required.
• Support internal and external audits by gathering payroll-related documentation.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and business leaders to ensure accurate employee payroll information.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

HRIS / Payroll software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ashley is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our Finance and Transactional Accounting team. In this role, you will be responsible for processing payroll accurately and efficiently while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable payroll regulations. The Payroll Specialist serves as a key resource for payroll-related inquiries and works closely with Human Resources, Operations, and other business partners to support payroll administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process weekly payroll for hourly associates across multiple Ashley locations.
• Review, audit, and validate payroll data including time worked, wages, deductions, and other payroll transactions.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, adjustments, and employee inquiries.
• Maintain payroll records in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with payroll tax, garnishment, and deduction administration as required.
• Support internal and external audits by gathering payroll-related documentation.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and business leaders to ensure accurate employee payroll information.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• Previous payroll, accounting, finance, or administrative experience preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll practices, wage and hour regulations, and payroll systems is desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet payroll deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Ashley?

At Ashley, you'll be part of a team committed to delivering accurate payroll services that support our associates nationwide. You'll work in a collaborative environment where attention to detail, customer service, and continuous improvement are valued and rewarded.

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