Payroll Specialist

Ellsworth Corporation; Town of Germantown (WI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Prescription coverage

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending

401(k)

Employee assistance

Paid time off

Holidays

Wellness program

Social events

Community involvement

Job summary

Ellsworth Corporation, a global distributor and manufacturer, seeks a Payroll Specialist to manage full-cycle payroll and related compliance for multiple business units. The role reports to our corporate HQ in Germantown, WI, and offers an on-site/hybrid work arrangement.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in payroll, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and proficiency with Workday and payroll/HRIS systems. CPP/FPC certifications are preferred to support multi-state payroll requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required or equivalent
• 3+ years in payroll function
• 2+ years in accounting-related function a plus
• FPC or CPP certification preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Proficient in Excel and payroll/HRIS software

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for all employees in assigned units and corporate in accordance with regulations and accounting principles
• Prepare, review and reconcile payroll reports for internal and external groups
• File and maintain employee payroll records
• Respond to inquiries from employees, managers, and other departments on payroll and timekeeping issues
• Investigate discrepancies in payroll data and coordinate with other departments for accuracy
• Create and analyze payroll reports to identify trends and issues for management
• Report errors in payroll accounting with recommendations

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

FPC or CPP certification preferred

Tools

Workday payroll

Microsoft Excel

Payroll/HRIS systems

Job description

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!

This 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.

Responsibilities

• Processes payroll for all employees in assigned Business Units and/or Corporate in accordance with labor regulations and standard accounting principles
• Prepares, reviews and reconciles payroll reports to ensure accurate and timely processing and reporting for internal and external groups
• File, process and maintain employee payroll records
• Responds to inquiries from employees, managers and other departments to resolve payroll and time keeping related issues
• Investigates and resolves discrepancies in payroll data and works with other departments to ensure accuracy
• Creates and analyzes payroll reports for management identifying trends and potential issues
• Reports errors in payroll accounting to the proper management representative with recommendations

Perks and Benefits

• As 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!

Qualifications

• 3 + years of experience in Payroll function
• 2 + years in an Accounting related function a plus
• Full-cycle Workday payroll experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college in Accounting, Finance or related field. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered as equivalent
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Very strong verbal and written communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, accounting software and payroll/HRIS systems
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential information with utmost care and quality
• Proven ability to stay current on multi-state payroll tax requirements and relevant laws associated with the processing of employee wage data and, payroll taxes
• Demonstrated commitment to customer service
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders including HR, Finance, IT and external vendors

At Ellsworth, people are at the center of everything we do. We're a global organization built on long standing values, integrity, respect, collaboration, and a relentless focus on our customers. We believe great outcomes start with great people. That's why we invest in an environment where curiosity is encouraged, expertise is valued, and individuals are empowered to make a meaningful impact - for our customers, our teams, and their own growth. No matter your role, you'll find that customer focus is part of every job at Ellsworth. We work across disciplines and regions to solve complex challenges, support real world production needs, and build solutions that last. This is a place where your work matters, your voice is heard, and your growth is supported. You're in the right place and we're glad you're here.