Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team as a Senior Payroll Specialist in the heart of Boston! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage end-to-end payroll processing for 500+ employees across multiple states. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a dynamic corporate environment.
Why Join Us?
- Industry-leading 401(k) with 6% employer match
- Health/dental/vision insurance starting day one
- Annual professional development stipend
- Hyework schedule (3 days remote/week)
- Modern downtown Boston office near transit hubs
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees across multiple states
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and tax compliance (federal/state/local)
- Administer benefits enrollments and deductions (health insurance, 401k, etc.)
- Conduct payroll audits and reconcile payroll accounts
- Prepare quarterly/yearly payroll tax filings and W-2 distribution
- Act as primary payroll contact for HR and employee inquiries
- Maintain compliance with FLSA, FMLA, and state regulations
- Lead system testing and implementation for payroll software upgrades
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
- ADP Workforce Now certification preferred
- Advanced knowledge of federal/state payroll tax regulations
- Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables) and payroll systems
- Experience with garnishment processing and compliance
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills for employee interactions