Payroll & Benefits Associate (Finance Department)
atlantic groupEast Boston, MA
Payroll & Benefits Associate (Finance Department)
atlantic groupEast Boston, MA
today
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Payroll ServicesPension FundsAdministration of Human Resource Programs (except Education, Public Health, and Veterans' Affairs Programs)About the role
Overview:
Payroll & Benefits Associate (Finance Department) – Atlantic Group Join to apply for the Payroll & Benefits Associate (Finance Department) role at Atlantic Group. Atlantic Group is hiring a Payroll & Benefits Associate in Boston, MA (Hybrid) with our client, a global organization. In this role, you’ll manage payroll operations, benefits administration, and general ledger reconciliations across multiple entities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive, with experience in payroll, benefits, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to process improvement and global operational efficiency.
Responsibilities:
Payroll Processing: Prepare and manage bi-weekly U.S. payroll using UKG and coordinate international payrolls with global providers. Benefits Administration: Oversee payroll withholdings, including 401(k) contributions, voluntary benefits, and related deductions. Financial Reporting: Prepare general ledger entries, reconciliations, and journal postings to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance. Audit & Compliance: Support annual audits, provide detailed payroll schedules, and assist with compensation reporting for leadership reviews. Retirement Plan Management: Administer retirement accounts, reconcile monthly activity, and assist with quarterly and annual reporting. Process Optimization: Streamline workflows, enhance system integrations, and collaborate across HR and Finance to improve efficiency.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
Experience:
2+ years of payroll and benefits experience in a corporate or multi-entity environment required, with global payroll exposure preferred.
Technical Skills:
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas) and UKG or similar payroll software, with strong analytical skills and experience using financial systems. Industry Knowledge: Understanding of payroll compliance, benefits administration, and general accounting principles. Skills & Attributes: Detail-oriented and organized professional with strong communication and problem-solving skills, proactive and adaptable with a hands-on approach in fast-paced environments. Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Human Resources IndustriesStaffing and Recruiting
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Mid
Location
East Boston, MA
Occupation
Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
Industry
Payroll Services
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