Senior Payroll Specialist
Madison, WI Accounting
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Senior Payroll Specialist- On-site Madison, WI


Do you love accuracy, organization, and helping employees feel supported? We’re looking for a friendly, detail-oriented Senior Payroll Specialist to join our team and take the lead on accurate, timely payroll while also supporting a few key HR administrative activities. In this role, you’ll be the go-to person for payroll processing, payroll compliance, employee questions, reporting, and payroll-related records. You’ll also assist HR with onboarding, benefits administration, employee records, and other people-focused tasks.


Vogel Bros. Building Co. is a fifth-generation, family-owned commercial construction company with a strong reputation for quality, integrity, and building exceptional projects throughout Wisconsin and Florida. 


What You'll Do

  • Lead the end-to-end payroll process for 200+ employees across multiple states.
  • Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for salaried, union, and non-union employees across multiple states.
  • Ensure payroll tax compliance, garnishments, prevailing wage, and union reporting are accurate and timely.
  • Partner with Accounting and HR to maintain accurate employee records, labor allocations, benefit deductions, and payroll reporting.
  • Identify opportunities to improve payroll systems and efficiencies.

What We're Looking For

  • 7+ years of payroll experience with responsibility for multi-state payroll.
  • Experience processing payroll for union employees is a strong plus.
  • Construction industry payroll experience preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of payroll tax laws, compliance, and reporting.
  • Experience with HRIS/payroll systems;  Acumatica and Paylocity experience is a plus.
  • Advanced Excel skills.
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.

Why Vogel Bros.?

At Vogel Bros., you'll be part of a collaborative team where your expertise is valued and your work has a direct impact on our employees and operations. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, opportunities for professional growth, and a culture built on integrity, teamwork, and excellence.


If you're a payroll professional who thrives on accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement, and you’re ready to bring your payroll expertise to a team that values accuracy, service, and teamwork? we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today!











Requirements

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

  • Education and Experience
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 7 years of progressive payroll experience, including responsibility for multi-state payroll administration, payroll tax compliance, and payroll process management. Construction industry experience is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with multi-state payroll processing and HRIS/payroll systems.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Experience in Acumatica and Paylocity a plus.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Highly proficient computer and technology skills required, including proficient knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite, accounting software, internet browsers, and operating office equipment (copier, printer, fax, etc.)
  • Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate information one-on-one and/or in small group situations to both internal and external customers
  • Knowledge of and demonstrated understanding of standard accounting principles
  • Demonstrate strong organizational skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and perform them efficiently and effectively
  • Ability to work as a team player and take initiative to take on and complete tasks
  • Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, memos, and other documents
  • Ability to do basic math, such as add, subtract, multiply and divide
  • Must have reliable means of transportation to & from office

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift 25 pounds without assistance
  • Ability to talk clearly in English 

Behavioral Expectations include but are not limited to the following:

  • Be punctual
  • Be dependable
  • Be cooperative
  • Be able to take direction

Work Environment

  • Indoor, temperature-controlled environment