Payroll Specialist
Symicor Group • Brookfield, Wisconsin • Full Time • $60,000–$60,000 / year
Posted on Sun, Sep 6, 2026
Who We AreThe Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Schaumburg, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers around providing the very best available banking and accounting talent. In fact, most of our recruiters are former bankers or accountants themselves!
We know how to evaluate the very best banking and accounting talent available in the market. Whether you are a candidate seeking a new opportunity or a bank or company president trying to fill an essential position, The Symicor Group stands ready to deliver premium results for you.
The PositionOur bank client is seeking to fill a Payroll Specialist role in the Brookfield, WI area. The position is responsible for all payroll processing activities, oversees a team of Payroll Advisors and Coordinators, and ensures daily operations run smoothly and efficiently. You'll assist with client setups, lead ancillary service upgrades, support escalated client calls, and collaborate with software vendors to resolve issues. Your ability to identify and implement process improvements will help drive our team's continued success.
This position offers a competitive salary of up to $60K and a full benefits package. (This is not a remote position)
Payroll Specialist responsibilities include:
- Ensures accurate, timely employee compensation and tax compliance by managing timesheets, deductions, and payroll systems. process paychecks, reconcile records, and answer employee queries, acting as a crucial link between HR and finance. Key roles require high attention to detail, confidentiality, and technical proficiency in payroll software.
- Payroll Processing: Process accurate payroll on regular cycles (weekly, biweekly) for employees, including processing manual checks and managing direct deposits.
- Data Maintenance: Maintain accurate payroll records, including updating salary changes, deductions, benefits, and employee tax withholdings (W-4).
- Compliance & Reporting: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, including preparing 941 filings, W-2s, and unemployment taxes.
- Inquiry Resolution: Act as the primary point of contact for employee questions regarding pay, deductions, or payroll errors.
- Reconciliation & Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll reports, and perform general ledger reconciliations.
- System Management: Utilize payroll software (e.g., ADP, Ceridian, Kronos) to process information, troubleshoot issues, and ensure data integrity.
Who Are You?You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for an opportunity where you can pursue your interests and your passion. Where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but merely the starting point for your future.
You also bring the following skills and experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
- Three to five years of related experience required.
- Accounting and GL experience preferred.
- Benefit administration background preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of the payroll function, including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Proficient with payroll software, ADP strongly desired.
The next step is yours. Email us your current resume along with the position you are considering to:resumes@symicorgroup.com
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