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Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Work-life flexibility

• Recognition and rewards

• Development and career opportunities

• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

Reporting to the Global Payroll Manager, the Manufacturing Payroll Specialist supports union and non-union payrolls, multi-state taxation, general ledger mapping, payroll balancing, and reporting. The Manufacturing Payroll Specialist plays a key role in payroll controls, analytics, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Work Mode: Hybrid 2-3 days onsite

Location: 5757 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale, WI 53209

Responsibilities:

Payroll Compliance

• Support payroll for employees working in multiple states, ensuring proper state withholding and reciprocity rules.

• Manage and maintain multiple state and local tax registrations as the workforce expands or work locations change.

Payroll Balancing & Controls

• Perform detailed payroll balance, including:

  • Gross-to-net reconciliation

  • Earnings, deductions, and tax balancing

  • Quarter-end and year-end reconciliations (W-2, W-3, state filings)

• Balance payroll taxes and coordinate with third-party tax vendors to resolve discrepancies.

• Investigate and resolve payroll variances, errors, and audit findings.

General Ledger & Financial Integration

• Maintain and validate payroll general ledger coding, mappings, and cost allocations.

• Reconcile payroll registers to the general ledger and resolve posting differences.

• Partner with Finance/Accounting to support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities.

Reporting, KPIs & Analytics

• Gather data and assist manager with payroll KPIs and dashboards (e.g., payroll accuracy, off-cycle payments, error rates, timeliness).

• Provide payroll data, metrics, and insights to HR, Finance, and leadership.

• Support internal and external audits by preparing payroll documentation and reports.

Projects & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in payroll-related projects, including system upgrades, implementations, process improvements, and acquisitions.

• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes, strengthen controls, and improve data accuracy.

• Document payroll procedures and support standardization across locations

Requirements:

• Associates degree required

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 3–6+ years of payroll experience in a manufacturing or high-volume environment.

• Experience with union payroll and collective bargaining agreements strongly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll taxation and withholding rules.

• Hands-on experience with payroll balancing, tax reconciliation, and general ledger integration.

• Proficiency with payroll systems, timekeeping systems, and Excel (pivot tables, lookups).

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Effective communication with HR, Finance, union representatives, and vendors

• Continuous improvement mindset

Work Mode: Hybrid 2-3 days onsite

Location: 5757 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale, WI 53209

Rehlko hires candidates only in states where we have an established business presence. We do not hire candidates residing in the following states: AK, AR, DE, HI, ME, ND, NE, VT, WV, WY. Remote work opportunities are also unavailable for these locations.

The Salary range for this position is $62,350.00-$77,950.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location.

About Us

Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are.

In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!?

Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

 It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact EnergyJobs@rehlko.com. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Our Values

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