The Planet Group
Vice President of Recruitment - Accounting, Finance & HR
Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Direct hire
Location:
Marlborough, MA
Hybrid (2-3 days onsite)
Must haves:
3+ years of payroll processing experience
Intermediate Excel (for reporting)
Preferred:
ADP WorkforceNow
SuccessFactors
Benefits or HRIS experience
Job Description: The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll and administration of employee benefits. This role serves as a key point of contact for employees regarding payroll and benefits inquiries and works closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to maintain compliance and support the wider HR team and business. The role also leverages the global HRIS system to support payroll processes, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
Accurate calculation and processing of payrolls ensuring all amendments are processed including bi-weekly payroll for US and Canada, monthly and quarterly commission processing and off-cycle payrolls as necessary
Collaborate with Finance to reconcile payroll accounts and prepare reports
Develop and deliver HR dashboards, reports, and analytics in collaboration with the broader HR team.
Prepare and submit required reports to government agencies in a timely and accurate manner
Ensure data integrity across HR systems and provide audit support as needed.
Maintain HRIS data for new hires, employee changes, and terminations.
Administer benefits-related tasks including Open Enrollment support, data entry in carrier portals and HRIS/payroll systems, and responding to employee benefit inquiries.
Contribute to global HRIS process improvements by identifying enhancement opportunities, creating process documentation, and supporting change initiatives.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, HR or Finance related field is preferred
3+ years of experience in payroll and benefits administration
Strong knowledge of payroll laws, benefit regulations and compliance requirements
Excellent problem solving, attention to detail and thoroughness
Ability to work within tight deadlines and manage time effectively.
Prior experience using HRIS systems, SuccessFactors or ADP Workforce Now a bonus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong Excel skills required
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Accounting/Auditing
Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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Direct hire
Location:
Marlborough, MA
Hybrid (2-3 days onsite)
Must haves:
3+ years of payroll processing experience
Intermediate Excel (for reporting)
Preferred:
ADP WorkforceNow
SuccessFactors
Benefits or HRIS experience
Job Description: The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll and administration of employee benefits. This role serves as a key point of contact for employees regarding payroll and benefits inquiries and works closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to maintain compliance and support the wider HR team and business. The role also leverages the global HRIS system to support payroll processes, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
Accurate calculation and processing of payrolls ensuring all amendments are processed including bi-weekly payroll for US and Canada, monthly and quarterly commission processing and off-cycle payrolls as necessary
Collaborate with Finance to reconcile payroll accounts and prepare reports
Develop and deliver HR dashboards, reports, and analytics in collaboration with the broader HR team.
Prepare and submit required reports to government agencies in a timely and accurate manner
Ensure data integrity across HR systems and provide audit support as needed.
Maintain HRIS data for new hires, employee changes, and terminations.
Administer benefits-related tasks including Open Enrollment support, data entry in carrier portals and HRIS/payroll systems, and responding to employee benefit inquiries.
Contribute to global HRIS process improvements by identifying enhancement opportunities, creating process documentation, and supporting change initiatives.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, HR or Finance related field is preferred
3+ years of experience in payroll and benefits administration
Strong knowledge of payroll laws, benefit regulations and compliance requirements
Excellent problem solving, attention to detail and thoroughness
Ability to work within tight deadlines and manage time effectively.
Prior experience using HRIS systems, SuccessFactors or ADP Workforce Now a bonus
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong Excel skills required
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Accounting/Auditing
Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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