<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>
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process semi-monthly payroll for assigned employee groups with a high level of accuracy and attention to deadlines.<br>• Manage end-to-end payroll activities, including reviewing earnings, deductions, taxes, and other pay-related data before final submission.<br>• Maintain payroll records and ensure all transactions align with applicable wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and company policies.<br>• Support a multi-state employee population by validating jurisdictional payroll requirements and addressing compliance-related issues as they arise.<br>• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and exceptions in a timely and thorough manner.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now to administer payroll transactions, update employee information, and generate reporting as needed.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders such as HR, Finance, and benefits teams to ensure payroll changes are captured accurately and efficiently.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve payroll procedures, strengthen controls, and enhance overall process reliability for approximately 1,000 U.S. employees.
<p>We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support accurate and compliant payroll operations for a growing organization. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity with a hybrid schedule, requiring onsite presence two days per week. The person in this role will oversee end-to-end payroll activities, partner with HR and Finance, and help ensure employees are paid correctly and on time across multiple pay cycles.</p><p><br></p><p>**You must have ADP and Payroll experience to apply.**</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage full-cycle payroll administration for weekly and semi-monthly employee payroll runs, while coordinating monthly payments for international teams as needed.</p><p>• Review and update payroll data related to hires, departures, salary adjustments, benefit deductions, commissions, bonuses, and other earnings changes.</p><p>• Audit timekeeping and payroll inputs before final submission to confirm accuracy and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Ensure payroll practices align with federal, state, and local requirements, and assist with tax filings through external partners when applicable.</p><p>• Prepare supporting documentation for quarter-end and year-end reporting, including W-2s, 1099s, and audit-related requests.</p><p>• Maintain and administer payroll systems such as Dayforce and other connected platforms, including coordination with accounting tools and related integrations.</p><p>• Partner with Finance on payroll account mapping, reconciliations, and entries tied to monthly close activities.</p><p>• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, tax withholding, deductions, and payroll policies with clear communication.</p><p>• Work closely with HR to reflect benefit updates, leave programs, and employee status changes accurately within payroll processing.</p><p>• Recommend and implement workflow enhancements that improve payroll accuracy, efficiency, and internal controls</p>
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the complete payroll process from data review through final distribution for a workforce of more than 500 employees.<br>• Manage bi-monthly payroll schedules and ensure all payments, deductions, and adjustments are processed accurately and on time.<br>• Administer multi-state payroll activities while monitoring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and tax requirements.<br>• Oversee payroll operations within ADP Workforce Now, including audits, validations, and reporting.<br>• Review employee pay changes, bonuses, garnishments, benefits deductions, and tax updates to confirm proper payroll treatment.<br>• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by partnering with HR, finance, and other internal stakeholders.<br>• Maintain payroll records and prepare reports that support internal controls, reconciliations, and leadership review.<br>• Support payroll-related process improvements and assist with system or workflow changes when needed.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process regular payroll and 1099 payments with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.<br>• Assist with billing operations by preparing invoices, reviewing payment activity, and resolving discrepancies as needed.<br>• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including transaction entry, payment application, and follow-up on outstanding items.<br>• Perform account reconciliations to verify financial records and help maintain clean, balanced ledgers.<br>• Enter and maintain payroll and accounting data in internal systems, ensuring records remain complete and up to date.<br>• Handle payment processing tasks and confirm transactions are properly recorded and documented.<br>• Work within platforms such as Veracross and related accounting tools to support day-to-day financial operations.<br>• Provide general accounting and administrative support related to payroll, invoicing, and financial reporting activities.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a long-term contract assignment based in Nashua, New Hampshire. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling administrative tasks, working with data in Excel, and maintaining accuracy in a deadline-driven environment. The successful candidate will help ensure payroll activities are completed correctly, follow established procedures, and contribute to smooth day-to-day office support.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and review payroll-related information with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.<br>• Enter, update, and maintain employee and payroll data in office systems and spreadsheets.<br>• Use Microsoft Excel to organize records, track payroll details, and prepare routine reports.<br>• Support day-to-day administrative activities related to payroll documentation and recordkeeping.<br>• Follow established payroll procedures to help ensure timely and compliant processing.<br>• Investigate discrepancies, gather needed information, and assist in resolving payroll-related issues.<br>• Coordinate priorities effectively to meet recurring deadlines and maintain organized files.
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process payroll activities with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to established policies and regulatory requirements.<br>• Review payroll records through audits and reconciliations, identify variances, and resolve issues before final processing.<br>• Produce recurring and ad hoc payroll reports to support decision-making, compliance monitoring, and operational visibility.<br>• Serve as a resource for employee payroll-related questions, researching concerns and providing clear resolutions.<br>• Manage and support Workday payroll functions, including configuration updates, calculated fields, troubleshooting, and system maintenance.<br>• Collaborate with Finance, IT, Financial Aid, and other internal teams to streamline payroll workflows and strengthen internal controls.<br>• Assist with testing and implementing payroll system enhancements to improve functionality and user experience.<br>• Monitor payroll practices for compliance with applicable labor regulations and federal and state tax requirements.
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees across multiple pay schedules, ensuring each payroll is completed accurately and on time.</p><p>• Maintain employee payroll records by updating hires, separations, transfers, compensation adjustments, deductions, and other status changes in coordination with HR.</p><p>• Review payroll results through audits and reconciliations, including earnings, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, garnishments, banking activity, and related general ledger entries.</p><p>• Help manage benefits administration tasks by coordinating deductions, supporting employee inquiries, and ensuring payroll and benefits data remain aligned.</p><p>• Apply federal, state, and local payroll regulations to daily operations, including wage and hour rules, employee classification, unemployment requirements, and wage attachments.</p><p>• Support quarter-end and year-end payroll activities such as tax submissions, W-2 preparation, applicable 1099 processing, audits, and required regulatory reporting.</p><p>• Track payroll law updates across relevant jurisdictions, assess operational impact, and recommend procedural adjustments to maintain compliance.</p><p>• 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.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a long-term contract opportunity based on site in Lexington, Massachusetts. This role will lead core accounting operations, maintain accurate financial records, and provide dependable reporting to the VP of Accounting and Finance. The ideal candidate brings strong close and reconciliation experience, works comfortably in project-based environments with time tracking, and can help ensure reliable financial oversight across daily and month-end activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly close process, ensuring entries are recorded accurately and reporting deadlines are met.<br>• Manage general ledger activity and review journal entries to maintain complete and well-supported financial records.<br>• Perform detailed reconciliations for key accounts and balance sheet areas, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Coordinate audit support by preparing schedules, documentation, and responses needed for financial statement review activities.<br>• Oversee the accounts payable function through guidance and supervision of the AP Specialist.<br>• Monitor payroll processing for approximately 60 employees in partnership with an external payroll provider to ensure accuracy and proper posting.<br>• Prepare and analyze accounting data for leadership, delivering clear financial information to the VP of Accounting and Finance.<br>• Support accounting operations within a project-driven, time-and-billing business model, including alignment of costs, labor tracking, and related financial records.
<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead core human resources operations across hiring, onboarding, performance discussions, employee development, and separation processes.</p><p>• Draft and manage employment offers, ensuring candidates receive accurate information and a smooth experience from selection through acceptance.</p><p>• Act as the main point of contact for employees and supervisors on workplace policies, employee relations matters, and human resources guidance.</p><p>• Oversee biweekly payroll processing for a multistate workforce, including coordination for domestic and international payroll activities.</p><p>• Administer employee benefit programs, support annual enrollment activities, and help manage retirement plan processes.</p><p>• Maintain HR records, personnel documentation, and reporting while ensuring alignment with applicable employment laws and internal policies.</p><p>• Coordinate leave administration and monitor related documentation to support accurate recordkeeping and employee support.</p><p>• Review and approve employee expense submissions, with experience using expense management platforms preferred.</p><p>• Partner with company leadership to develop people-focused initiatives that improve engagement, collaboration, and overall organizational effectiveness. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>For immediate consideration please reach out to me asap! Eric Lebow 508-205-2127</u></em></strong></p>
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to provide on-site support for a dynamic, high-volume workforce in Waltham, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a highly interactive environment and can build strong partnerships with employees and operational leaders. The role centers on employee relations, daily HR operations, and practical guidance that helps maintain compliance, consistency, and a positive workplace experience.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead employee relations matters from initial review through resolution, including workplace concerns, attendance issues, performance discussions, corrective actions, and separations.<br>• Advise supervisors and department leaders on coaching approaches, policy application, performance conversations, and strategies to improve employee retention.<br>• Administer benefits-related processes by responding to employee inquiries, supporting enrollment activity, and assisting with qualifying life event changes and open enrollment periods.<br>• Oversee onboarding and orientation activities to create a smooth and consistent experience for new employees joining the organization.<br>• Support programs that strengthen engagement, recognition, workplace culture, and overall employee satisfaction.<br>• Maintain daily HR operations by processing employee status updates, managing leave-related documentation, organizing records, and helping ensure policy compliance across the workforce.<br>• Use the organization’s HRIS platform for onboarding tasks, personnel updates, reporting, benefits support, time-off tracking, and other core HR transactions.<br>• Work closely with operational leadership to deliver timely, practical HR guidance across multiple locations and business needs.
<p>A well-established, organization in the construction and infrastructure industry is seeking an <strong>Assistant Accounts Payable Manager</strong> to join its accounting team. This company has a strong reputation throughout New England, a collaborative culture, and a proven track record of employee retention and growth.</p><p>This position offers excellent long-term stability, strong benefits, employee ownership participation, and the opportunity to play a key role within a growing accounting department.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day accounts payable operations and workflow.</li><li>Supervise and support AP staff members.</li><li>Review, process, and maintain vendor invoices and related documentation.</li><li>Assist with invoice batching, posting, and filing activities.</li><li>Review employee expense reimbursements and route for approval.</li><li>Manage vendor onboarding, documentation, and account setup.</li><li>Maintain vendor records to ensure accurate payment processing and tax compliance.</li><li>Assist with weekly payment runs and ensure accuracy of AP transactions.</li><li>Investigate and resolve vendor inquiries and escalated payment issues.</li><li>Process and reconcile corporate credit card activity.</li><li>Collaborate with project teams and operational leaders to ensure timely invoice approvals.</li><li>Support annual budgeting processes and maintain budget information within the accounting system.</li><li>Prepare annual 1099 reporting and related compliance filings.</li><li>Generate reports and analyses for accounting leadership as needed.</li><li>Escalate complex issues and process concerns to accounting management.</li></ul><p>Why Consider This Opportunity?</p><ul><li>Annual discretionary bonus program</li><li>401(k) with company match</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>Stable and growing organization</li><li>Collaborative, team-oriented environment</li><li>Opportunity to supervise and mentor staff</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a dependable, detail-oriented individual to support payroll, and accounts payable operations for a multi-location organization. This position is well suited for someone who can manage sensitive information carefully, stay organized across competing priorities, and maintain accuracy in a fast-moving environment. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to employee support, financial processing, and day-to-day administrative coordination across several business locations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Administer weekly payroll and monthly incentive payments for multiple locations using Paycom or a comparable payroll platform, ensuring deadlines are met and records are accurate.</p><p>• Review timekeeping details, employee pay data, deductions, and related payroll information to confirm completeness and resolve discrepancies before processing.</p><p>• Coordinate retirement contribution submissions and support payroll-related questions from employees in partnership with HR leadership.</p><p>• Assist with onboarding activities, employment documentation, personnel record maintenance, and updates related to benefits or employee status changes.</p><p>• Provide administrative support for HR programs by helping organize training activities, review cycles, internal communications, and general employee inquiries with discretion.</p><p>• Prepare, balance, and submit payments connected to the company’s self-funded insurance program and assist with workers’ compensation claim administration.</p><p>• Process accounts payable transactions by entering vendor invoices, matching supporting documentation, and helping ensure prompt and accurate payment.</p><p>• Reconcile vendor statements and corporate card activity, investigate variances, and maintain well-organized financial documentation for audit readiness.</p><p>• Partner with accounting and HR team members on additional operational tasks as business needs require across payroll, payables, and employee administration.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>**For immediate consideration for well qualified candidates, please call me directly 508-205-2127, Eric Lebow** </u></em></strong></p>
<p>My client, a reputable Real Estate Firm in Newton is hiring a Property Accounting Manager to join their team. The Property Accounting Manager will oversee the Accounting for a Commercial, Residential and Mixed Used Portfolio for the company along with a team of Property Accountants Compensation for this position is $130-150K + Bonus. This company is about to launch a new fund and has been very successful with their growth over the past many years. Additionally, they offer strong benefits, a hybrid working arrangement, nice growth potential, a normal 9-5 work day and a nice team culture. </p><p><br></p><p>If interested in hearing more, please email your resume to matthew.katz@roberthalf or message me on Linkedin ASAP. Thank you</p>
<p>A growing and innovative organization is seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to join its finance team. This is a highly visible role that offers the opportunity to influence accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and help scale processes in a dynamic environment.</p><p>Reporting to senior finance leadership, this individual will serve as a key contributor across financial reporting, compliance, operational accounting, process optimization, and strategic initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and coordinate the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Review account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules while maintaining strong accounting standards and controls.</li><li>Partner with finance and business stakeholders to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting processes.</li><li>Evaluate existing procedures and identify opportunities for automation, workflow enhancements, and operational improvements.</li><li>Support audit activities and coordinate with external auditors to facilitate annual financial statement audits and other compliance requirements.</li><li>Assist in maintaining and enhancing internal control frameworks, risk mitigation practices, and documentation standards.</li><li>Monitor cash activity and contribute to forecasting, treasury management, and financial planning initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate with leadership on special projects, business initiatives, reporting enhancements, and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Act as a resource and mentor across the accounting function while helping establish best practices and consistency throughout the team.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><br></p><p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations and provide accurate, timely financial insight for the business. Based in Salem, New Hampshire, this role oversees financial close activities, project-based accounting, and daily cash management while supporting strong compliance and reporting practices. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach, sound technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to partner effectively with operational leaders to improve financial performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities to deliver complete and reliable financial results on schedule.</p><p>• Manage the general ledger by reviewing detailed journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for key accounts.</p><p>• Investigate balance sheet variances and ensure outstanding items are resolved promptly and accurately.</p><p>• Administer accounting across multiple entities, including intercompany balancing and consolidation adjustments.</p><p>• Oversee fixed asset records, depreciation activity, asset retirements, and periodic physical verification processes.</p><p>• Lead project and job cost accounting by tracking budgets, actual spending, forecasts, and overall contract profitability.</p><p>• Prepare work-in-progress reporting and apply percentage-of-completion revenue recognition in accordance with accounting requirements.</p><p>• Partner with project and operations teams to evaluate billing status, contract changes, margin trends, and financial risks.</p><p>• Supervise accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including invoicing, collections, vendor payments, cash application, and related controls.</p><p>• Support cash forecasting, banking activity, audit coordination, tax compliance, and ongoing improvements to internal controls and financial processes.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Interim Accounting Manager to strengthen the accounting team in Boston, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a hands-on leader who can step in quickly, take ownership of core accounting activities, and deliver accurate results in a fast-moving environment. The role requires someone who can balance oversight responsibilities with day-to-day accounting execution while building effective working relationships across internal and remote teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly close process, ensuring deadlines are met and financial records are completed accurately.<br>• Prepare and review account reconciliations, journal entries, and other general ledger activities to maintain the integrity of financial reporting.<br>• Oversee daily accounting operations while also contributing directly to detailed transactional work when needed.<br>• Resolve accounting discrepancies and investigate issues promptly to support accurate books and records.<br>• Provide dependable support for the U.S. accounting function, including coordination of activities shared with offshore team members.<br>• Partner with stakeholders across the organization to gather information, clarify accounting needs, and keep deliverables moving forward.<br>• Apply strong spreadsheet and system skills to analyze data, improve accuracy, and support efficient accounting processes.<br>• Assist with audit-related requests and provide documentation needed for financial statement reviews and audits.
<p>My client, a Real Estate company in Boston is looking to hire a Development Accounting Manager to join the company. The Development Accounting Manager will report to the Director and handle all things related to development accounting for the company. Compensation is $110-130K + Bonus. This company offers nice growth potential, a great hybrid schedule that can be very flexible, great benefits including 401K match & alot of time off. </p><p><br></p><p>If interested in hearing more, please email matthew.katz@roberthalf or message me on Linkedin ASAP. Thank you.</p>