PAYROLL SPECIALIST

A thriving Biotechnology firm in Burlington is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team! The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for the day-to-day Payroll and assist with additional Human Resources administration for the company. This position is an add to staff due to the company’s continued growth and success.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Compile payroll data such as hours worked; sales volume, bonuses, and commissions; monies to be withheld for taxes; employee contributions to insurance and retirement plans; etc.
• Compute wages and deductions, review for accuracy, and post to payroll records.
• Prepare and issue paychecks.
• Update master payroll records by verifying and recording changes affecting net wages.
• Keep records of leave pay and nontaxable wages.
• Maintain records for vacations and sick-day eligibility.
• Prepare and file all hiring and termination paperwork including COBRA letters.
• Stay informed of trends and changes in the human resources and payroll field.
• Respond to all related inquiries for Payroll and Benefit activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree or at least 5 year of equivalent experience.
• Must have excellent communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate in person, over the phone and in writing as well as strong interpersonal and customer services skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook and ADP.
• Knowledge of payroll laws and regulations.
• Understanding of all payroll and benefits policies and programs.
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments, juggle multiple tasks simultaneously and deal with highly confidential information appropriately in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be highly-detail oriented and well organized.

COMPENSATION:

• $80k

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.