11 Results for Payroll Jobs in Boston, MA

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Payroll Manager

Waltham, MA
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Temporary / Contract
51.4615 - 59.587 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for a Contract position based in Waltham, Massachusetts. This role will guide accurate and compliant payroll delivery across a diverse employee population while strengthening processes, systems, and team capability. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, deep multi-state payroll expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional partners. Responsibilities:• Direct full-cycle payroll administration across multiple states for hourly, salaried, union, and non-union• Supervise, mentor, and develop payroll staff while building team versatility through training and shared knowledge.• Safeguard payroll accuracy by enforcing tax requirements, wage and hour regulations, collective bargaining obligations, and internal standards.• Oversee payroll tax activities, including filings, account reconciliations, year-end processing, and required government reporting.• Maintain strong payroll controls, organized documentation, and readiness for internal and external audit reviews.• Work closely with Finance to resolve General Ledger items, investigate variances, and support month-end and period-end close activities.• Administer payroll platforms, HRIS and timekeeping integrations, vendor relationships, and system enhancement efforts, including automation and implementation support.• Partner with cross functional teams to address payroll impacts, improve service delivery, and resolve employee issues.• Track payroll performance, identify process improvement opportunities, and implement operational changes that increase efficiency and accuracy.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Andover, MA
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Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join our team on a Contract basis in Andover, Massachusetts. In this role, you will evaluate existing payroll operations, help shape a long-term strategy for improved performance, and support the selection of payroll and HR technology solutions. This opportunity is ideal for a payroll leader who can translate operational needs into practical recommendations that strengthen accuracy, compliance, and scalability. Responsibilities:• Review current payroll procedures, systems, approval paths, and connected processes to build a clear picture of the existing operating model.• Analyze workflows to uncover inefficiencies, control weaknesses, and manual tasks, then recommend more effective ways of working.• Collaborate with Payroll, Human Resources, Finance, and IT stakeholders to gather operational priorities and define functional and technical requirements.• Lead the evaluation of payroll and HR platform options by coordinating vendor discussions, comparing capabilities, and helping determine the best-fit solution.• Design a future-state payroll framework that outlines roles, process flow, reporting expectations, and internal controls.• Create an implementation roadmap that addresses data conversion, system integrations, testing activities, user readiness, training, and transition planning.• Prepare and deliver clear findings, recommendations, and decision-support materials for leadership and key stakeholders.• Provide subject matter expertise on large-scale payroll operations, including multi-state processing and best practices for process standardization.
2026-10-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Boston, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a detail-focused services organization in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is centered on delivering precise, timely payroll for designated employee populations while maintaining adherence to federal, state, and local requirements. The position also plays an important part in strengthening payroll workflows, resolving discrepancies, and supporting a positive employee experience for a U.S.-based workforce. Responsibilities: • Process semi-monthly payroll for assigned employee groups with a high level of accuracy and attention to deadlines. • Manage end-to-end payroll activities, including reviewing earnings, deductions, taxes, and other pay-related data before final submission. • Maintain payroll records and ensure all transactions align with applicable wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and company policies. • Support a multi-state employee population by validating jurisdictional payroll requirements and addressing compliance-related issues as they arise. • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and exceptions in a timely and thorough manner. • Use ADP Workforce Now to administer payroll transactions, update employee information, and generate reporting as needed. • Partner with internal stakeholders such as HR, Finance, and benefits teams to ensure payroll changes are captured accurately and efficiently. • Identify opportunities to improve payroll procedures, strengthen controls, and enhance overall process reliability for approximately 1,000 U.S. employees.
2026-09-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Warwick, RI
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a diverse employee population in Warwick, Rhode Island. This role supports weekly payroll processing, union-related reporting, and timekeeping administration while maintaining compliance with wage, benefit, and reporting requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with full-cycle payroll, certified payroll, and multi-state environments, along with a detail-oriented approach to audit readiness and records management. Responsibilities: • Administer weekly payroll for union, exempt, and non-exempt employees, ensuring pay is processed correctly and delivered on schedule. • Review timesheets, labor classifications, and cost distributions to confirm payroll data is complete, accurate, and aligned with project requirements. • Prepare certified payroll records and maintain supporting documentation in accordance with applicable regulations and contract obligations. • Complete union reporting, benefit remittances, and related submissions within required deadlines to support ongoing compliance. • Maintain paid time off balances and oversee time and attendance records to improve accuracy in leave tracking and payroll inputs. • Partner with internal teams to resolve payroll discrepancies, answer employee questions, and address issues affecting pay calculations. • Provide organized payroll documentation for audits involving payroll practices, workers’ compensation, and fringe benefit reporting. • Process payroll for a large weekly employee group using payroll and timekeeping systems such as ADP Workforce Now and Enterprise E Time. • Support payroll activities across multiple states while applying relevant wage, tax, and reporting requirements.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Andover, MA
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Temporary to Hire
22 - 28 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to join a team in Andover, Massachusetts in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports accurate payroll administration while also contributing to billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial record maintenance. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, a high level of accuracy, and experience working with payroll and accounting systems in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process regular payroll and 1099 payments with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. • Assist with billing operations by preparing invoices, reviewing payment activity, and resolving discrepancies as needed. • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including transaction entry, payment application, and follow-up on outstanding items. • Perform account reconciliations to verify financial records and help maintain clean, balanced ledgers. • Enter and maintain payroll and accounting data in internal systems, ensuring records remain complete and up to date. • Handle payment processing tasks and confirm transactions are properly recorded and documented. • Work within platforms such as Veracross and related accounting tools to support day-to-day financial operations. • Provide general accounting and administrative support related to payroll, invoicing, and financial reporting activities.
2026-10-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Analyst

Cambridge, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 82000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Analyst to support accurate and compliant payroll operations in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This role combines day-to-day payroll execution with analytical work, including reviewing payroll data, resolving discrepancies, and responding to employee questions. The position also plays a key part in optimizing Workday payroll processes, developing reporting solutions, and partnering with cross-functional teams to strengthen controls and improve overall efficiency. Responsibilities: • Process payroll activities with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to established policies and regulatory requirements. • Review payroll records through audits and reconciliations, identify variances, and resolve issues before final processing. • Produce recurring and ad hoc payroll reports to support decision-making, compliance monitoring, and operational visibility. • Serve as a resource for employee payroll-related questions, researching concerns and providing clear resolutions. • Manage and support Workday payroll functions, including configuration updates, calculated fields, troubleshooting, and system maintenance. • Collaborate with Finance, IT, Financial Aid, and other internal teams to streamline payroll workflows and strengthen internal controls. • Assist with testing and implementing payroll system enhancements to improve functionality and user experience. • Monitor payroll practices for compliance with applicable labor regulations and federal and state tax requirements.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Fall River, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to support accurate, timely payroll operations and dependable benefits administration for a well-respected manufacturing client. This permanent role works closely with finance and human resources to maintain employee pay data, uphold regulatory compliance, and deliver a high standard of service across the employee lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and hands-on experience managing payroll processes in a multi-state environment. Responsibilities:• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees across multiple pay schedules, ensuring each payroll is completed accurately and on time.• Maintain employee payroll records by updating hires, separations, transfers, compensation adjustments, deductions, and other status changes in coordination with HR.• Review payroll results through audits and reconciliations, including earnings, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, garnishments, banking activity, and related general ledger entries.• Help manage benefits administration tasks by coordinating deductions, supporting employee inquiries, and ensuring payroll and benefits data remain aligned.• Apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations to daily operations, including wage and hour rules, employee classification, unemployment requirements, and wage attachments.• Support quarter-end and year-end payroll activities such as tax submissions, W-2 preparation, applicable 1099 processing, audits, and required regulatory reporting.• Track payroll law updates across relevant jurisdictions, assess operational impact, and recommend procedural adjustments to maintain compliance.• Collaborate with HR and finance leadership to strengthen payroll procedures, documentation, internal controls, and scalable workflows, including support for added site locations and system-related process updates.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Boston, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee accurate and compliant payroll operations for a complex, high-volume workforce in Boston, Massachusetts. This role is well suited to an individual who can manage end-to-end payroll processes, coordinate with external providers, and support payroll activities spanning multiple jurisdictions, including European countries. The ideal candidate brings strong technical payroll knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain efficiency and precision in a fast-paced services environment. Responsibilities: • Lead the delivery of full-cycle payroll for a large employee population, ensuring timely and accurate processing for recurring payroll cycles. • Direct payroll operations across multiple states and support international payroll administration, with particular attention to European country requirements and compliance standards. • Oversee payroll records, earnings, deductions, tax withholdings, and reconciliations to maintain accuracy and regulatory alignment. • Partner with third-party payroll vendors to coordinate submissions, resolve discrepancies, and improve service quality. • Manage payroll systems and reporting tools, including ADP platforms, to support efficient processing and reliable data oversight. • Review payroll procedures and internal controls, identifying opportunities to strengthen consistency, accuracy, and audit readiness. • Provide guidance to payroll staff and business stakeholders on payroll practices, issue resolution, and policy interpretation.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Waltham, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 135000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in Waltham, Massachusetts. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end payroll activities across multiple states, maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, and supporting a dependable bi-monthly payroll cycle. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise with ADP Workforce Now and a hands-on approach to process oversight, reporting, and issue resolution. Responsibilities: • Lead the complete payroll process from data review through final distribution for a workforce of more than 500 employees. • Manage bi-monthly payroll schedules and ensure all payments, deductions, and adjustments are processed accurately and on time. • Administer multi-state payroll activities while monitoring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and tax requirements. • Oversee payroll operations within ADP Workforce Now, including audits, validations, and reporting. • Review employee pay changes, bonuses, garnishments, benefits deductions, and tax updates to confirm proper payroll treatment. • Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by partnering with HR, finance, and other internal stakeholders. • Maintain payroll records and prepare reports that support internal controls, reconciliations, and leadership review. • Support payroll-related process improvements and assist with system or workflow changes when needed.
2026-09-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll & Benefits Administration Specialist

Cambridge, MA
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Permanent / Full Time
61800 - 92700 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Administration Specialist to support payroll, benefits, and compensation activities for a banking organization in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This fully on-site role is ideal for someone who excels in a deadline-driven environment and can balance accuracy, confidentiality, and responsive employee support. The position plays an important part in maintaining compliant payroll processes, administering benefit programs, and helping ensure compensation records and reporting remain current and reliable. Responsibilities: • Review weekly payroll data for completeness and accuracy, process payroll when needed, and investigate discrepancies while keeping leadership informed of significant issues. • Oversee payroll compliance activities, including periodic time and attendance reviews, and recommend process enhancements that improve accuracy and controls. • Coordinate the preparation and filing of federal and state payroll tax reporting and work with external payroll providers to resolve tax-related issues. • Support compensation administration by updating salary structures, maintaining position documentation, and assisting with scheduled compensation adjustments. • Help manage the performance review cycle by validating appraisal materials, distributing documents, and monitoring completion progress. • Administer employee benefit programs by maintaining records, processing enrollments and terminations, answering employee questions, and assisting with open enrollment activities. • Prepare, validate, and update recurring payroll and benefits reports, including ad hoc reporting requests and multi-site reporting needs. • Maintain payroll system data through regular audits, support year-end payroll activities such as deduction updates and employee communications, and verify W-2 accuracy before final processing. • Review benefit and department invoices for accuracy, submit payments in accordance with established procedures, and reconcile benefit-related charges with accounting on a regular basis.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Salem, MA
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day invoice and payment activities for an organization based in Salem, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing high-volume financial transactions with accuracy. The person in this role will help keep accounts payable operations running smoothly by reviewing invoices, maintaining coding accuracy, and assisting with timely payment processing. Responsibilities: • Review incoming invoices for completeness, accuracy, and proper approval before entering them into the accounting system. • Assign correct general ledger or departmental codes to invoices to support accurate financial tracking and reporting. • Process vendor invoices in a timely manner while maintaining strong attention to detail and compliance with internal procedures. • Prepare and support check runs and other payment activities to ensure vendors are paid according to established schedules. • Reconcile invoice records and payment details to identify discrepancies and help resolve outstanding issues promptly. • Communicate with vendors and internal departments to answer payment-related questions and obtain missing documentation when needed. • Maintain organized accounts payable files and records to support audits, reporting needs, and ongoing financial controls.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

11 results for Payroll in Boston, MA