Payroll Accountant

Robert Half • Boston, MA • 10h ago

Description

We are looking for a skilled Payroll Accountant to join our team on a contract basis in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, you will manage payroll operations for a workforce of over 300 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with multi-state payroll regulations. This position requires a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively with HR and other departments to support payroll processes.

Responsibilities:

Process bi-weekly payroll for over 300 employees using ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Review and reconcile employee timesheets to guarantee timely approval by managers.

Prepare payroll data for bonuses, commissions, and benefit payments.

Handle requests related to expense reimbursements, commuter benefits, and Life Spending Account payments.

Address payroll-related inquiries from employees and resolve any discrepancies.

Collaborate with HR to verify benefit and direct deposit setups for new team members.

Manage quarterly and year-end payroll closings, including reconciliations and reporting.

Ensure compliance with payroll regulations across multiple states.

Requirements - Minimum of 3 years of experience in full-cycle payroll processing.

Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and multi-state payroll operations.

Strong knowledge of bi-weekly payroll processes and Excel.

Ability to handle payroll tasks for a large workforce.

Experience with payroll-related tax registrations and compliance.

Excellent problem-solving skills to address employee inquiries.

Detail-oriented mindset to ensure accuracy in payroll reconciliation.

Availability to work on-site 2-3 days per week, with Thursdays required.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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