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Payroll Administrator

Clean Harbors
Norwell, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2026
The Payroll Administrator is responsible for computing specified payrolls, processing a variety of transactions, and preparing and generating a variety of forms and reports.

Why work for Clean Harbors?

  • Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
  • Competitive wages
  • Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
  • Group 401K with company matching component
  • Own part of Clean Harbors with our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (U.S. Only)
  • Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
  • Positive and safe work environments
  • Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

Responsibilities

  • Proof changes, additions, and terminations paperwork received from HR personnel against generator reports and data; maintains employee payroll records
  • Perform data entry of transactions not handled by HR-Payroll interface/KRONOS/WIN
  • Import hours for weekly payroll and responsible for transmission of payroll to the payroll vendor
  • Monitor provisions of Collective Agreements/unions, Prevailing Wage/SCA (as applicable) and initiate changes to payroll vendor, including dues, etc.
  • Prepare tax and 401K contribution transfers, (loans, limits), as applicable
  • Generate monthly/quarterly/annual reports for field/operations, HR, Accounting as required
  • Calculate and process manual checks, wire transfer requests, process retro-active payments in accordance with company policies.
  • Maintain sick & vacation records/balances/accruals for employees in accordance with policies, and process corresponding year-end reporting as needed.
  • Initiate stop payment and recall of direct deposits transactions, as approved by payroll management; Initiate check requests for monthly deductions and wire transfer requests.
  • Complete employment verifications/ROE's, unemployment forms, worker’s compensation forms, and Levy and Garnishment documentation and transactions
  • Perform reconciliation of deduction, weekly processing, monthly payroll reconciliations, etc and report discrepancies to Payroll Manager as appropriate, along with applicable/required research for problem resolution.
  • Prepare W-2s/T4's at year-end (relocation, stock options, Declaration of Employment, CPP/EI discrepancies, etc).
  • Maintain & distribute WCB Clearance Certificates
  • Respond to employee inquires, and management requests regarding payroll issues--keen customer service

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 3 years of experience in a similar position
  • Able to prioritize between multiple tasks
  • Able to maintain confidentiality
  • Attention to detail
  • Written and Verbal communication skills
  • Customer focus and keen customer services
  • Dependability
  • Quick learning ability

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40-years of sustainability in action. At Clean Harbors, our mission is to create a safer, cleaner environment through the treatment, recycling, and disposal of hazardous materials. Clean Harbors is the leading provider of environmental, energy and industrial services throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Everywhere industry meets environment,

Clean Harbors is on-site, providing premier environmental, energy and industrial services. We are solving tough problems through innovation and proven methodology – come be part of the solution with us.

Join our safety focused team today! To learn more about our company, and to apply online for this exciting opportunity, visit us at https://careers.cleanharbors.com/.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact ect@cleanharbors.com or 1-844-922-5547.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

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