Payroll/AP Specialist Job at Robert Half (Cannon Falls)

Job Description

We are looking for a Payroll/AP Specialist to join a transport organization in Cannon Falls, Minnesota, supporting essential payroll, accounts payable, and human resources activities. This position plays a key role in keeping financial records accurate, employees paid correctly, and HR documentation maintained in a timely manner. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with precision in a fast-moving environment.

Job Responsibility

Manage the full cycle of weekly payroll processing, ensuring accurate calculation of wages, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, retirement contributions, and garnishments
Review and enter vendor invoices and business expenses promptly while verifying supporting details and correcting discrepancies before payment is issued
Coordinate outgoing payments through approved methods such as checks, electronic transfers, and wire transactions in alignment with company procedures
Support month-end accounting activities by assisting with payable accruals, journal-related entries, and accurate general ledger coding
Maintain reliable financial and employee records across internal systems, confirming data is complete, current, and properly documented
Assist with routine human resources administration, including benefits support, employee record updates, and day-to-day compliance-related tasks
Help address payroll, invoice, and employee information issues by researching discrepancies and communicating clearly with internal and external contacts
Follow internal controls and established compliance standards to protect data integrity, reduce risk, and support accurate reporting

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in payroll, accounts payable, or a related accounting support role
Working knowledge of multi-state payroll practices, payroll taxes, benefit deductions, and garnishment processing
Experience supporting accounts payable functions, including invoice review, payment processing, accruals, and general ledger coding
Familiarity with QuickBooks Enterprise or similar accounting and payroll systems
experience learning new platforms quickly is preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook
Strong attention to detail with the ability to stay organized while handling multiple deadlines
Effective written and verbal communication skills with a detail-focused approach to employee and vendor interactions
Problem-solving ability and a proactive mindset for identifying issues and resolving them efficiently
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan
Free online training

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