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2 results for Compensation Manager in Danvers, MA

Payroll Manager
  • Andover, MA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Review current payroll procedures, systems, approval paths, and connected processes to build a clear picture of the existing operating model.</p><p>• Analyze workflows to uncover inefficiencies, control weaknesses, and manual tasks, then recommend more effective ways of working.</p><p>• Collaborate with Payroll, Human Resources, Finance, and IT stakeholders to gather operational priorities and define functional and technical requirements.</p><p>• Lead the evaluation of payroll and HR platform options by coordinating vendor discussions, comparing capabilities, and helping determine the best-fit solution.</p><p>• Design a future-state payroll framework that outlines roles, process flow, reporting expectations, and internal controls.</p><p>• Create an implementation roadmap that addresses data conversion, system integrations, testing activities, user readiness, training, and transition planning.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver clear findings, recommendations, and decision-support materials for leadership and key stakeholders.</p><p>• Provide subject matter expertise on large-scale payroll operations, including multi-state processing and best practices for process standardization.</p>
  • 2026-10-06T00:00:00Z
Payroll Manager
  • Waltham, MA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 51.4615 - 59.587 USD / Hourly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct full-cycle payroll administration across multiple states for hourly, salaried, union, and non-union</p><p>• Supervise, mentor, and develop payroll staff while building team versatility through training and shared knowledge.</p><p>• Safeguard payroll accuracy by enforcing tax requirements, wage and hour regulations, collective bargaining obligations, and internal standards.</p><p>• Oversee payroll tax activities, including filings, account reconciliations, year-end processing, and required government reporting.</p><p>• Maintain strong payroll controls, organized documentation, and readiness for internal and external audit reviews.</p><p>• Work closely with Finance to resolve General Ledger items, investigate variances, and support month-end and period-end close activities.</p><p>• Administer payroll platforms, HRIS and timekeeping integrations, vendor relationships, and system enhancement efforts, including automation and implementation support.</p><p>• Partner with cross functional teams to address payroll impacts, improve service delivery, and resolve employee issues.</p><p>• Track payroll performance, identify process improvement opportunities, and implement operational changes that increase efficiency and accuracy.</p>
  • 2026-10-12T00:00:00Z