Part-Time ADP/Payroll Specialist

CREST Collaborative is a Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education approved public school entity. CREST provides a robust pathway for students to continue their careers beyond high school by providing high quality academic, therapeutic, and vocational services to individuals referred by both local school districts and DDS/MRC. We provide programming so students and individuals with special needs can reach their educational and/or occupational goals. By sharing its resources with multiple school districts and social service agencies, CREST programs are able to maintain superior quality at reasonable costs to all those it serves while meeting or exceeding state standards. CREST is looking to add to its dynamic team. This essential team member must demonstrate a positive and caring attitude and must remain flexible and adaptable in order to meet department needs. JOB GOAL: To be the lead staff person for assembling, generating, and verifying the biweekly payroll process according to the Massachusetts General Laws, while adhering to Collaborative Policies and Procedures. Provide support to the Director of Finance and Operations and Human Resources Director as needed. REPORTS TO: Director of Finance and Operations QUALIFICATIONS: Combination of degree, certification and/or experience in payroll, accounting, business or a related qualification 2-4 years’ experience and demonstrated knowledge of municipal payroll procedures Strong technology and information management skills, specifically Microsoft Office, Google Suites, and ADP Strong skills and abilities in report generating and monthly reconciliation with state and teacher retirement boards Expertise in spreadsheets and database applications Strong accuracy, attention to detail and analytical skills required Work independently to meet deadlines and collaboratively as a team member Exercise sound judgment in handling confidential and sensitive information Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills Payroll: Assembling, generating, and verifying the collaborative's bi-weekly payroll warrants Processing the payroll functions in agreement with various individualized and union contracts Assisting with processing timesheets for non-professional staff Maintaining payroll records for all school department personnel in compliance with the record retention schedule Collaborating with staff to confirm accuracy of data submitted for processing Other payroll support duties General: Ability to work collegially and cooperatively with all constituencies within the school community is essential Willingness to adjust to the changing needs of the department, with the flexibility to meet those work needs and demands Cross-train to provide back-up support with other departmental functions Embrace the diversity of the collaborative by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion Perform other duties as assigned Physical Requirements Mobility and Movement Standing, Walking, Sitting: Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit for prolonged periods. Reaching and Lifting: Ability to reach overhead, above the shoulders, and horizontally to access and arrange teaching materials, whiteboards, or bulletin boards. Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis. Ability to push and pull objects as needed. Bending and Kneeling: Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch. Repetitive Motion: Use of hands and fingers for computer work, etc. Sensory Requirements Visual Acuity: Specific vision abilities required include vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Hearing Acuity: Ability to hear and understand spoken directions at a conversational level, as well as the ability to distinguish and interpret sounds in a noisy environment. Speaking/Verbal Communication: Ability to clearly articulate verbal information to students, parents, colleagues, community members, and districts. Stamina and Duration Sustained Energy: Ability to maintain a high level of energy and mental alertness throughout the entire school day, managing the physical and mental demands of the role. Safety and Emergency Management Quick Response: Ability to physically respond quickly to emergencies, safety concerns, or unexpected physical demands (e.g., intervening in student behaviors, assisting an injured student/staff, or performing emergency evacuation procedures). Equal Opportunity Employment Statement CREST Collaborative is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on sex, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, limited English proficiency, disability, or any other protected class in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies. These protections extend to all applicants and employees. Applicants are informed that school systems are required to obtain all available criminal offender record information (CORI and SAFIS Background Check per 603 CMR51.00) from the Criminal History Systems Board (CHSB) of any current or prospective employee of the collaborative. SUPERVISES: N/A