Payroll Specialist

Fairbanks Morse Defense, 701 White Ave, Beloit, Wisconsin, United States of America

Posted Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 7:00 AM

Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard.

When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here:

At Fairbanks Morse Defense, every movement of a pen, every turn of a wrench, and every email sent supports a much bigger mission—delivering reliable power and defense solutions that protect and serve. We believe our people are the foundation of that mission, and we invest in them from day one.

The Payroll Specialist plays a critical role in supporting our employees by ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing across multiple pay groups in the U.S. and Canada. This position assists with weekly and biweekly payroll cycles, validates employee record changes, reconciles earnings and deductions, and partners closely with Human Resources to support divisional payroll needs. Success in this role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical skills, a continuous improvement mindset, and the flexibility to work extended hours during peak payroll periods.

• Benefits start on Day 1 of hire
• Robust 401(k) plan with up to 6% employer match
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement — looking to expand your education or grow your career? We invest fully in your development
• Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work truly matters

(Include, but are not limited to)

• Support the administration and processing of payroll for assigned pay groups across U.S. and Canadian locations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Verify employee record changes prior to payroll processing
• Validate and reconcile payroll data before transmission, including taxes, hours, and gross-to-net calculations
• Distribute electronic payroll reports to divisions as requested
• Provide support for quarterly tax reconciliations as needed
• Partner with HR Business Partners and Supervisors to navigate and complete payroll-related responsibilities within Dayforce
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Associate degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 1+ year of experience in a financial-related role
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
• High level of professionalism with the ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Clear, concise verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

• Knowledge of payroll principles, practices, regulations, and tax requirements
• American Payroll Association (APA) training or certification
• Experience using Dayforce
• Experience with additional Microsoft Office applications including Word, Teams, Outlook, and Power Point

This job specification is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Fairbanks Morse Defense reserves the right to assign or modify duties as business needs require. All positions require the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation, a commitment to excellent customer service, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Fairbanks Morse Defense, 701 White Ave, Beloit, Wisconsin, United States of America