Payroll Administration In Jobs in Massachusetts (NOW HIRING)

Reporting to the HR Director, the Payroll & Benefits Specialist will manage payroll processing, benefits administration, employee records, and HR operations. This role requires a highly organized, detail\-oriented professional who can work independently, maintain confidentiality, and ensure a seamless employee experience across the entire employee lifecycle.
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• Process weekly payroll in partnership with the organization's payroll provider.
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• Ensure accuracy of employee data, deductions, bonuses, and payroll adjustments.
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• Audit payroll reports and resolve discrepancies.
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• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries.
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• Support year\-end payroll activities, including W\-2 preparation, audits, and reconciliations.
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• Ensure payroll compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations.
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  • Administer employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and wellness plans.
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  • Manage benefit enrollments, qualifying life events, and employee changes.
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  • Serve as the primary contact for employee benefits questions.
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  • Oversee the full employee benefits lifecycle from onboarding through separation.
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  • Coordinate annual open enrollment and employee communications.
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  • Ensure a compliant, accurate, and employee\-focused benefits experience.
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    • Maintain accurate employee records within the HRIS.
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    • Support onboarding and offboarding activities, including documentation and system setup.
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    • Assist with leave administration, including FMLA, PFML, and other leave programs.
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    • Ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws.
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    • Provide responsive, approachable, and service\-oriented HR support to employees.
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      • Maintain data integrity across HRIS and payroll systems.
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      • Generate HR reports related to headcount, turnover, and benefits participation.
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      • Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and operational efficiency.
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        • Monday through Friday
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        • 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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        • Fully onsite
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          • 4-6+ years of experience in HR operations, payroll, or benefits administration.
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          • Strong knowledge of payroll processing and employee benefits administration.
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          • Experience using HRIS and payroll systems such as UKG, ADP, Paylocity, or similar platforms.
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          • Familiarity with multi\-state payroll and employment compliance; Massachusetts experience is a plus.
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          • Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem\-solving skills.
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          • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
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          • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
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          • Comfortable working independently within a small HR team.
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            • Experience supporting organizations with approximately 50-200 employees.
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            • Experience administering FMLA, PFML, or other leave programs.
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            • PHR or SHRM\-CP certification.
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              • Medical, dental, and vision insurance available immediately.
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              • 401(k) with company match.
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              • Paid holidays and paid time off.
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              • Annual safety shoe stipend.
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              • Long\-term career growth with an established and growing organization.
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              • Collaborative, inclusive workplace that values teamwork and professional development.
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              About Roessel Joy

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              Recruiting and staffing services

              Company size

              11 - 50 Employees

              Headquarters location

              Boston, MA, US

              Year founded

              2018

              Website

              roesseljoy.com

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