Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

The City of Marinette is located at the confluence of the Menominee River and the Bay of Green Bay. Marinette is a vibrant city offering a blend of natural beauty, rich history, and a strong sense of community. Whether you’re exploring our historic downtown, enjoying outdoor activities like fishing and hiking, or engaging with the city’s growing business sectors, Marinette is an ideal place to live, work, and grow.

Join us in this dynamic city where the beauty of nature meets the spirit of progress.

The City of Marinette is seeking a detail‑oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to join our Finance Department. This position is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of bi‑weekly payroll for city employees, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and providing excellent service to staff.

• Process and audit bi‑weekly payroll for all city departments.
• Maintain employees’ records including wages, deductions, benefits, and taxes.
• Prepare payroll reports and ensure compliance with applicable laws and union contracts.
• Respond to payroll‑related inquiries and resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate with HR and department heads on personnel changes.
• Assist with year‑end processing including W‑2s, W‑3, 1095‑Cs, and submit reports to state and federal agencies.
• Maintain confidentiality of all payroll and employee information.

The typical work schedule is 40 hours a week, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm. New hires receive paid holidays, vacation (received on the first day), sick pay, paid life insurance, a comprehensive benefit package, Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) – best‑funded public employee retirement system in the country, employee assistance program, and more!

Salary: The 2025 hourly pay for this position is $25.59 per hour, with step increases. The position is eligible for the annual COLA pending City Council approval.

• High School diploma or equivalent; preferred an Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• 2+ years of payroll experience required.
• Knowledge of payroll laws and regulations.
• Experience with payroll software and accounting systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive information.

Applicant must establish residency in the State of Wisconsin within 6 months of hire.

Applicants will be reviewed as they are received. This posting will remain active and we will continue to accept applications until the City is able to fill the position. Please complete a City of Marinette application here and submit it to Human Resources, 1905 Hall Ave, Marinette, WI 54143 or email jnelson.us.

The City of Marinette is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employer: City of Marinette
Address: 1905 Hall Ave, Marinette, WI 54143