<p>Our client, a leading organization in the biotech sector, is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join their growing finance team. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about payroll best practices and interested in supporting scientific innovation through accurate, timely payroll processing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal and state regulations.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and manage employee data, sensitive information, and confidentiality.</li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee questions related to compensation, deductions, and benefits.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with HR and finance departments on onboarding, terminations, audits, and process improvements.</li><li>Support compliance initiatives, tax filings, and preparation of required reports.</li><li>Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining payroll policies and procedures tailored to the biotech industry’s unique needs.</li></ul><p><br></p>

<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.</li><li>2+ years of payroll processing experience; industry experience in biotech or life sciences a strong plus.</li><li>Strong knowledge of payroll software and systems, with an ability to learn new platforms quickly.</li><li>Familiarity with payroll tax laws, wage and hour regulations, and multi-state payroll processing.</li><li>Excellent organizational, communication, and analytical skills.</li><li>Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and uphold the highest standards of confidentiality.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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