Description

Fairbanks Morse Defense - Beloit, WI.
Our People Come First. Our Mission Comes Standard.

Summary

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.

Why Join Fairbanks Morse Defense?

• 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

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

(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

Required Qualifications and Education

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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 PowerPoint

Additional Information

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 .