Payroll and Accounts Payable Specialist

$52,000 - $52,000/Yr

Helwig Carbon Products - Milwaukee, WI

Full-time - Mid Level

Milwaukee, WI

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing

About the position

The Payroll and Accounts Payable Specialist at Helwig Carbon Products, Inc. is a full-time, non-exempt role within the Accounting Department. This position is primarily responsible for managing payroll and accounts payable functions while also providing support to other areas of the department. The specialist will ensure accurate data entry, processing payroll through Paylocity, maintaining employee records, and handling accounts payable invoice processing.

Responsibilities

• Enter data into computer database
• Process and file payrolls in Paylocity software
• Compile payroll supporting reports and documentation
• File and maintain employee records
• Perform A/P invoice and payment processing and filing in ERP software
• Follow, create, and implement vendor payment procedures
• Document job procedures
• Act as backup for Accounts Receivable
• Perform account reconciliations for A/P and payroll
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Perform other responsibilities as needed or required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 5 years accounting experience
• Experience in Accounts Payable and Payroll
• Two-year Accounting Degree preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Working knowledge of ERP software
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Knowledge of sales and use tax regulations for WI

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Paylocity
• Experience in payroll processing
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching