Results for Compensation Manager Jobs in Cambridge, MA

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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

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

Contracts Manager

Burlington, MA
remote
Temporary / Contract
79.1635 - 91.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Contracts Manager to support a fast-moving legal and business environment in Burlington, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position will focus on managing a high volume of commercial agreements, with significant interaction across marketing as well as IT, finance, and HR. The ideal candidate will bring strong judgment, organization, and negotiation skills to help the team maintain efficient contract workflows and provide reliable day-to-day support. Responsibilities: • Manage a substantial volume of commercial contracts from intake through execution, ensuring timely review and follow-up. • Draft, revise, and negotiate agreements that primarily support marketing initiatives while also addressing needs across IT, finance, and HR. • Partner with internal stakeholders to clarify business terms, identify risk, and align contract language with organizational requirements. • Oversee contract administration activities, including tracking status, maintaining documentation, and supporting compliance with internal procedures. • Review proposed terms and recommend practical solutions that balance legal considerations with business objectives. • Contribute to the ongoing use and optimization of LinkSquares as part of the team’s contract management processes. • Provide additional bandwidth to a high-performing team by helping prioritize requests and keep contract workflows moving efficiently.
2026-10-29T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager

Watertown, MA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
32 - 40 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for an educational institution in Watertown, Massachusetts. This fully onsite position is a contract opportunity with the potential to become permanent for an individual who can oversee end-to-end payroll processing, maintain compliance, and serve as a trusted resource for payroll-related questions. The ideal candidate brings strong full-cycle payroll expertise, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with HR, finance, and operational leaders in a fast-paced environment. ***If you are not interested in a permanent position but available to help this non profit on a short term basis, please also apply, as they are urgently looking to fill this seat. Responsibilities:• Oversee complete payroll processing for approximately 800 to 900 employees, ensuring wages are issued accurately and within established deadlines.• Review timekeeping data, resolve discrepancies, and make necessary payroll adjustments to maintain accurate employee compensation records.• Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare supporting journal entries to address variances and ensure financial accuracy.• Work in partnership with human resources on employee status changes, including onboarding, separations, leave matters, workers’ compensation cases, and other sensitive updates.• Calculate special pay items such as retroactive earnings, prorated compensation, and leave-related adjustments in accordance with policy and applicable regulations.• Prepare required deduction and contribution reporting, including retirement and voluntary benefit plan activity, and coordinate submissions with relevant parties.• Act as the primary point of escalation for payroll questions, providing guidance to administrators and staff while helping strengthen payroll procedures.• Support annual payroll planning activities such as pay schedule development, compensation-related calculations, and year-end financial reporting needs.• Approve and process manual or off-cycle payments when needed and coordinate payroll-related activity with finance stakeholders and external partners.• Train team members and stakeholders on payroll practices, compliance expectations, and system-related processes to promote consistency and accuracy.
2026-10-28T00:00:00Z

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