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Benefits Specialist

Boston, MA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
36.1 - 41.8 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Benefits Specialist to support leave of absence and accommodation programs for a healthcare organization in Boston, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position focuses on guiding employees and managers through benefit-related processes with accuracy, discretion, and timely communication. The role will help maintain compliance with applicable leave regulations, collective bargaining requirements, and internal policies while ensuring complete documentation and dependable recordkeeping. Responsibilities: • Oversee employee leave cases from intake through return-to-work, ensuring each request is reviewed, documented, and managed in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and labor agreement provisions. • Coordinate federal, state, parental, and other protected leave programs by issuing required paperwork, reviewing certifications, and communicating approval, denial, or next-step requirements to employees. • Partner with employees and supervisors to secure complete medical documentation, monitor deadlines, and support smooth transitions back to active work status, including fitness-for-duty clearance when needed. • Administer workplace accommodation requests by engaging with employees and leaders, preparing written follow-up communications, and tracking the status of each case through resolution. • Maintain accurate records for leave balances, usage, accrual activity, and case status while ensuring confidential medical files are handled in line with established privacy standards. • Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports that highlight leave and accommodation activity, identify patterns, and support operational review or decision-making. • Manage benefit-related premium collection for employees who are away from work on approved leave or workers’ compensation and coordinate related updates as needed. • Monitor paid parental leave, sick-leave programs, and catastrophic illness leave requests, including approvals, usage tracking, payroll notifications, and policy-related administrative actions. • Review questionable leave activity, work with supervisors to address concerns, and assist in resolving cases that may involve misuse or noncompliance.
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Compensation & Benefits Specialist

Westborough, MA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Benefits & Leave Manager to support a long-term contract opportunity in Westborough, Massachusetts. This role will guide benefit program strategy and day-to-day administration across U.S. offerings while helping ensure plans remain competitive, compliant, and aligned with workforce needs. The position also plays a key part in leave management across North America, partnering with vendors and internal teams to improve the employee experience and respond to changing regulations. Responsibilities:• Shape and carry out benefit program strategies that support organizational goals, employee priorities, and external market practices.• Administer U.S. health and welfare offerings, including medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, voluntary plans, and employee assistance resources.• Oversee retirement benefit administration, including 401(k) plans, and support governance activities tied to those programs.• Review industry trends and utilization data to identify opportunities for program improvements and cost-effective enhancements.• Contribute to annual benefits planning by assisting with forecasting, budgeting, and longer-range program design decisions.• Support benefit-related due diligence and integration activities connected to acquisitions, mergers, or other business changes.• Lead administration of North America leave programs, including family and medical leave, workplace accommodations, short-term and long-term disability, and statutory or protected leave requirements.• Promote consistent leave practices across multiple jurisdictions while working closely with external providers and internal partners to simplify processes for employees.• Track legal and regulatory updates affecting benefits and leave programs, and implement required changes to maintain compliance.
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Human Resources Manager

Northborough, MA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a great Human Resources Manager to oversee daily HR operations for a growing manufacturing and medical device organization in the Northborough, Massachusetts area. This role is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can balance process improvement with responsive employee support across the full employment lifecycle. Working closely with leaders and staff, the Human Resources Manager will help strengthen engagement, promote compliance, and support a productive, positive workplace. Responsibilities:• Lead core human resources operations across hiring, onboarding, performance discussions, employee development, and separation processes.• Draft and manage employment offers, ensuring candidates receive accurate information and a smooth experience from selection through acceptance.• Act as the main point of contact for employees and supervisors on workplace policies, employee relations matters, and human resources guidance.• Oversee biweekly payroll processing for a multistate workforce, including coordination for domestic and international payroll activities.• Administer employee benefit programs, support annual enrollment activities, and help manage retirement plan processes.• Maintain HR records, personnel documentation, and reporting while ensuring alignment with applicable employment laws and internal policies.• Coordinate leave administration and monitor related documentation to support accurate recordkeeping and employee support.• Review and approve employee expense submissions, with experience using expense management platforms preferred.• Partner with company leadership to develop people-focused initiatives that improve engagement, collaboration, and overall organizational effectiveness. For immediate consideration please reach out to me asap! Eric Lebow 508-205-2127
2026-10-23T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Manager

Webster, MA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to lead people operations for a manufacturing organization in Webster, Massachusetts. This role will shape employee programs across recruiting, onboarding, training, compensation, benefits, and compliance while supporting a positive and accountable workplace culture. The position also partners closely with leadership to strengthen organizational development, guide employee relations matters, and ensure HR processes are carried out effectively across the business. Responsibilities:• Lead human resources operations by guiding culture-building efforts, supporting organizational growth initiatives, and serving as a strategic partner to the management team.• Direct recruitment activities from candidate review through offer preparation, reference and background screening, interview coordination, and onboarding administration.• Oversee new employee integration by organizing orientation, scheduling required training, and following up with managers and employees on early development milestones.• Manage compensation and benefits programs, including wage administration, insurance and retirement plan support, leave processing, annual renewals, and employee communication on coverage and pay changes.• Handle employee relations matters by providing counseling, reviewing disciplinary and separation documentation, conducting exit discussions, and supporting termination meetings when needed.• Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal labor regulations by maintaining required records, coordinating policy implementation, and administering mandatory workplace training such as annual harassment prevention sessions.• Supervise the HR team and coordinate delivery of HR services, policies, reporting, and employee support activities across departments.• Audit payroll-related inputs such as hours, bonuses, time corrections, paid time off, and attendance records to help maintain accurate compensation processing.• Track employee development through performance reviews, cross-training assessments, and collaboration with department leaders on ongoing skill-building plans.• Maintain HR data and operational reporting, including personnel metrics, turnover summaries, employment verification responses, injury logs, and other recurring administrative records. This role is 100% ONSITE. If interested and qualified please call me directly and be prepared with an updated resume. Eric Lebow 508-205-2127
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

Billerica, MA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
43.5385 - 50.413 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to support a large, multi-site organization in Billerica, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can lead end-to-end payroll operations while also contributing to core accounting activities. The role requires someone who is comfortable managing high employee volume, ensuring payroll accuracy, and assisting with period-end financial tasks in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Support the full biweekly payroll cycle for a single employee group spanning more than 2,000 employees across 24 properties and the corporate office.• Review and oversee payroll processing to ensure timely, accurate compensation and compliance with established payroll practices.• Administer wage garnishment setups and maintain proper deductions in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.• Prepare and submit payroll-related agency reports, keeping records accurate and current for audit and compliance purposes.• Provide day-to-day payroll support by researching issues, resolving discrepancies, and responding to payroll-related questions.• Record payroll-related journal entries and help maintain accurate financial reporting within the general ledger.• Perform account reconciliations tied to payroll and related balances to support strong month-end reporting.• Assist with month-end close activities and contribute to broader accounting tasks as needed.• Use payroll systems effectively, with preference for candidates who have experience working in UKG environments such as UKG Pro or UKG Ready.
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager/Director

Marlborough, MA
remote
Temporary / Contract
60 - 75 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an accomplished Payroll Manager/Director to provide senior-level payroll leadership for a Long-term Contract position based in Marlborough, Massachusetts. This role will oversee day-to-day payroll operations, strengthen payroll controls, and support a high-volume employee population with accuracy and consistency. The ideal candidate brings deep global payroll expertise and can partner with leadership while ensuring business-as-usual payroll activities remain on track. Responsibilities:• Lead end-to-end payroll operations to ensure timely and accurate processing for a large employee population• Manage multi-state payroll activities while maintaining compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements• Provide senior-level oversight for global payroll practices and help resolve complex payroll issues across regions• Review payroll workflows, identify control gaps, and recommend improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency• Conduct payroll audits and validate testing results to support process reliability and compliance• Serve as a strategic payroll resource while existing leadership is focused on payroll-related integration efforts• Partner with internal stakeholders to address escalations, answer payroll questions, and support ongoing operational needs• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll administration, reporting, and related documentation
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

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