Payroll Specialist

"A Great Place to Work."

At Werner Electric Supply, you'll join a growing and innovative distributor of electrical products, services, and solutions that consistently ranks as one of the top electrical distributors nationwide. As an employee of Werner Electric Supply, we're committed to you and improving our workplace. You'll receive training and development, recognition for your hard work and successes, and opportunities to volunteer so you can positively-impact our customers and community. You matter to us, and we strive to retain our employees by providing career options, strong benefits, and a competitive compensation package.

Summary: Accounting team subject matter expert that will ensure accurate processing and recording of company's payroll and provide timely and accurate financial information.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Compile and process payroll data such as wage adjustments, commissions payable, and other records for various reports and on as needed basis.
• Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely
• Oversee timecard processing; review, edit and troubleshoot
• Audits time and attendance system for integrity
• Work with time keeping system vendor to ensure system is properly functioning; create codes as needed
• Provide service to all employees regarding concerns with payroll; research and troubleshoot inquiries
• Answer inquiries regarding wage and employment verification
• Answer survey data requests (government, organization, etc.
• Understand proper taxation of employer paid benefits (non-cash fringe benefits, personal mileage, etc.
• Process garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, tax verifications, third party sick pa
• Manage annual PTO accrual process including review of policy and entry
• 401(k) administration - transactional changes (including deferral changes and loan deduction)
• 401(k) transmittals
• Perform miscellaneous year-end accounting tasks such as W2 calculations, 401(k) information, and others.
• Assist in preparing monthly payroll related financial accounting entries.
• Other related duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree or an equivalent level of experience required.
• 4+ years of related experience and working knowledge of payroll best practices required.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations required.
• Strong PC skills, including proficiency in Excel.
• Working knowledge of payroll system such as Vibe, ADP PCPW, etc.
• Must be willing and able to frequently work on-site, preferably full-time, at one of Werner's branch locations in Wisconsin.
• CPP preferred but not required.

Company Overview

Founded in 1948, Werner Electric Supply has grown from a small appliance store in downtown Neenah, WI into an award-winning employer and leading electrical distributor with 11 branch locations in Wisconsin and Upper-Michigan. Headquartered in Appleton, WI, we provide electrical, lighting, network, process, and inventory management solutions for a diverse group of industrial and construction customers. We are a growing, privately-held company with over 450 employees who uphold a family culture built around exceptional customer service. As a recent New North Workplace Excellence Award winner, we're dedicated to the continuous improvement of our people, products, and services to ensure the long-term success of our employees and customers. Apply today and find out why we're a "Great Place to Work."

Employee Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Accident Insurance & Critical Illness Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual bonuses and merit increases based on performance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Programs
• Career Development & Leadership Training
• Vision
• Paid Parental Leave

Werner Electric Supply is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.