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Payroll Specialist

Werfen, Bedford, MA, United States


Payroll Administrator

Under the general supervision of the Payroll Manager, responsible for processing and administering payroll and benefits.
Essential Functions:
Administers and maintains employee payroll records using ADP software
Audits time cards, prepares data, and processes bi-weekly payroll; verifies for accuracy
Calculates and administers any severance or disability supplement payments
Administers attendance records through various systems
Processes terminations including insurance adjustments, vacation payouts and any advance payments or tuition reimbursement calculations
Maintains petty cash, including replenishment, attending window and record keeping
Issues and records manual checks as required
Coordinates with HR on employee maintenance and benefits
End of year special reporting as needed
Prepares journal entries
Secondary Functions:
Acts as backup to the Senior Payroll Specialist
Skills & Capabilities:
Ability to respect, protect and maintain highly confidential information required, and to work independently
Must be dependable and reliable
Requires well developed oral and written communications skills
Attention to detail
Working knowledge of excel
Ability to interpret data from various systems
Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:
Education: Associates degree highly desirable; equivalent job experience acceptable
Experience: Minimum three years of related multi-state payroll experience utilizing ADP (Workforce or Pay Expert) payroll applications
Experience with SAP or similar application, preferred
Language: Fluency in English required
International Mobility:
Required: No
Travel Requirements:
Up to 5% of time
The annual base salary range for this role is currently $70,000 to $90,000. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs.
This role is eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan retirement benefits with an employer match, as well as paid vacation and sick leave. Our sales roles are eligible for participation in a commission plan and our management, and select professional roles, are eligible for a performance-based bonus.
If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.
Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual's race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.