<p>We are looking for a skilled Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our client in New Bedford, Massachusetts. This role is essential in ensuring accurate payroll processing and seamless benefits administration for employees across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will bring a detail-oriented approach and a commitment to compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process payroll cycles, including weekly, biweekly, and semi-monthly schedules, for both hourly and salaried employees.</p><p>• Manage employee data updates such as new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, transfers, garnishments, and other HR-related modifications.</p><p>• Maintain and audit payroll records, ensuring accuracy in general ledger entries, benefit deductions, tax withholdings, and reconciliations.</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a skilled Business Manager to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements in Malden, Massachusetts. This role involves managing budgets, supervising accounting staff, and ensuring accurate reporting across various financial functions. The ideal candidate will bring both strategic insight and leadership to maintain financial integrity and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare accurate monthly financial statements and coordinate year-end financial operations in collaboration with senior leadership.<br>• Assist in the development, optimization, and implementation of the annual school budget and long-term financial forecasts.<br>• Supervise, train, and support the growth and attention to detail of accounting staff to enhance team performance.<br>• Ensure compliance by preparing and submitting required reports to the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.<br>• Oversee state and federal reimbursement programs, including school meal and transportation services, ensuring precise reconciliation and reporting.<br>• Collaborate with school administrators to manage procurement processes while adhering to state laws and internal policies.<br>• Monitor accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), and invoice processing to maintain financial accuracy.<br>• Conduct journal entries and compliance reporting to support audits and ensure financial transparency.<br>• Lead efforts in financial audits and ensure all fiscal operations meet regulatory standards.<br>• Develop and maintain efficient workflows for reporting and reconciliation processes.