Payroll & Benefits Specialist - Metrowest - $90-105K

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Position Summary

Growing organization seeking a Payroll & Benefits Specialist to manage payroll processing and benefits administration across a multi-state workforce. This position will support payroll operations, benefits programs, compliance activities, reporting, audits, leave administration, and employee lifecycle processes. The ideal candidate will have strong payroll expertise, attention to detail, and experience working in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end multi-state payroll, including employee changes, deductions, reconciliations, and tax compliance.
• Coordinate domestic and international payroll activities with external providers.
• Manage payroll processing through Employer of Record (EOR) partners, including employee setup, payroll approvals, and reconciliations.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollments, life event changes, terminations, open enrollment, and payroll deductions.
• Prepare payroll reports and support accounting teams with payroll-related entries, accruals, and reporting requirements.
• Assist with retirement plan, workers' compensation, and payroll audits by gathering documentation and reconciling data.
• Coordinate leave-of-absence administration with third-party vendors and ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Support workers' compensation administration, claims activity, and related reporting requirements.
• Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding activities, including HRIS updates and benefit communications.
• Maintain confidential employee records and respond to employee payroll and benefits inquiries.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and other HR-related projects as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll and benefits administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll processing and compliance requirements.
• Experience working with international payrolls and Employer of Record (EOR) providers.
• Familiarity with payroll reporting, retirement plan administration, workers' compensation, and leave management programs.
• Proficiency with payroll and HRIS systems, Paycom preferred
• Advanced Excel and data management skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Compensation

• Competitive salary range: $90,000-$105,000, depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to join a collaborative and growing organization.