We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Taunton, Massachusetts. This is a long-term contract position that requires a highly organized individual with a strong background in payroll processing for large organizations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and demonstrate exceptional accuracy in handling complex payroll operations. Responsibilities: • Process weekly payroll for a workforce of approximately 1,100 employees, including 200 exempt staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Audit and review timesheets to identify and correct discrepancies prior to payroll submission. • Perform manual data entry of timesheet information into payroll systems, adhering to established protocols. • Manage payroll for a multistate organization, including commission-based and retail employees, while navigating applicable labor laws. • Set up and implement new payroll systems, ensuring seamless integration and functionality. • Collaborate with team members to ensure timely payroll transmission and system resets each week. • Maintain a thorough understanding of system interfaces and data flows to support efficient payroll operations. • Ensure compliance with leave of absence laws and other relevant regulations. • Support recruitment activities by representing payroll at job fairs during evening events. • Utilize payroll software and tools, including ADP Workforce Now, to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.

• Proven experience in processing payroll for organizations with over 500 employees. • Strong familiarity with multistate payroll regulations and commission-based pay structures. • Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems. • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and auditing. • Experience with manual payroll data entry and timesheet processing. • Knowledge of leave of absence laws and compliance requirements. • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. • Advanced Excel skills are a plus.

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Taunton, MA
onsite
Temporary
24.00 - 28.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Taunton, Massachusetts. This is a long-term contract position that requires a highly organized individual with a strong background in payroll processing for large organizations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and demonstrate exceptional accuracy in handling complex payroll operations. Responsibilities: • Process weekly payroll for a workforce of approximately 1,100 employees, including 200 exempt staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance. • Audit and review timesheets to identify and correct discrepancies prior to payroll submission. • Perform manual data entry of timesheet information into payroll systems, adhering to established protocols. • Manage payroll for a multistate organization, including commission-based and retail employees, while navigating applicable labor laws. • Set up and implement new payroll systems, ensuring seamless integration and functionality. • Collaborate with team members to ensure timely payroll transmission and system resets each week. • Maintain a thorough understanding of system interfaces and data flows to support efficient payroll operations. • Ensure compliance with leave of absence laws and other relevant regulations. • Support recruitment activities by representing payroll at job fairs during evening events. • Utilize payroll software and tools, including ADP Workforce Now, to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
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