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HR & Payroll Specialist

CFS
Newport, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/27/2026
Salary: $80,000–$85,000 10% Bonus

Location: Newport, RI | Hybrid

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

  • Newly created role with a growing organization
  • Strong succession potential with a path toward future HR leadership
  • Opportunity to own payroll while expanding across broader HR initiatives
  • Build and lead employee engagement and manager training programs
  • High-visibility position working directly with leadership
  • 10% annual bonus and 401(k) match up to 5%
  • Entrepreneurial environment where you can make a direct impact on the HR function

HR & Payroll Specialist Responsibilities

  • Own end-to-end, multi-state payroll processing
  • Manage bonuses, commissions, reimbursements, and other payroll activity
  • Support day-to-day HR operations and employee needs
  • Develop employee engagement and manager training programs
  • Identify opportunities to improve HR technology, processes, and workflows
  • Support broader HR initiatives as the organization continues to grow

HR & Payroll Specialist Qualifications

  • Hands-on payroll processing experience required
  • HR generalist experience
  • Experience with multi-state payroll
  • Strong knowledge of ADP, Workday, or another major HRIS/payroll platform
  • Ability to balance hands-on payroll responsibilities with broader HR initiatives
  • Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a growing entrepreneurial environment

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Salary : $70,000 - $85,000

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