Payroll Specialist

Job Description: Process bi-weekly payroll for employees across multiple locations Utilize Workday to manage payroll inputs for new hires, terminations, benefit changes, and other employee lifecycle events Ensure timely and accurate processing of garnishments, deductions, and tax withholdings Perform payroll reconciliations and resolve discrepancies Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and audit preparation Partner with HR, Benefits, and Finance teams to ensure payroll compliance and alignment with policies Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, paychecks, and tax documents with professionalism and confidentialityQualifications:3+ years of payroll experience Workday experience is required Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations Experience working in a professional services firm is highly preferred Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management skills Strong communication and problem-solving abilitiesSeniority levelSeniority level AssociateEmployment typeEmployment type Full-timeJob functionJob function Accounting/AuditingIndustries Professional ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at SDL Search Partners by 2x Get notified about new Payroll Specialist jobs in Boston, MA. Payroll and Accounts Payable Coordinator Boston, MA $68,700.00-$85,900.00 1 day ago Boston, MA $68,000.00-$85,000.00 3 weeks ago Accounting and Payroll Coordinator (Downtown Boston) Boston, MA $63,000.00-$66,000.00 2 weeks ago Mansfield, MA $60,000.00-$80,000.00 4 weeks ago Boston, MA $75,000.00-$85,000.00 1 day ago Waltham, MA $70,000.00-$75,000.00 1 week ago Woburn, MA $75,000.00-$85,000.00 4 days ago Massachusetts, United States $55,000.00-$65,000.00 1 day ago Waltham, MA $82,800.00-$92,800.00 17 hours ago Norwood, MA $60,000.00-$80,000.00 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.