Senior Payroll Administrator

Senior Payroll AdministratorBoston, MA - Back Bay (Hybrid- T, W,R ONSITE Required, M,F remote) $75,000 - $95,000 annually Full Time, Permanent Our prestigious nonprofit client in Boston's Back Bay is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to join their growing team. This role requires a detail-oriented payroll professional who thrives in a mission-driven, community-focused environment.Perks & BenefitsFree onsite parkingGenerous paid time off8% employer match 403(b) retirement planComprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverageQualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field requiredCertified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) highly preferred3-5 years of processing multi-state U.S. payroll (biweekly, ~500 employees)Knowledge of payroll compliance tax rules (U.S. and international)Global payroll processing experience (UK, France) strongly preferredUKG, Advanced Excel required, ADP, PlanSource, TIAAPrior nonprofit or human services industry experience requiredExcellent customer service, communication, and problem-solving skillsMission-driven with nonprofit passionExcels in customer service and communication, taking time to listen, educate, and resolve issues case by caseBrings maturity, professionalism, and independent work style while also thriving in a collaborative team environmentStrong analytical and processing skills, detail-oriented, and compliance focusedAble to balance technical expertise with a compassionate, service-oriented mindsetResponsibilitiesAdminister biweekly U.S. multi-state payroll and monthly international payrolls (UK, France, additional regions as needed)Maintain employee master files, payroll changes, deductions, garnishments, and special pay requests (manual checks, stipends, translation pay, etc.)Ensure compliance with federal, state, and international payroll regulations as well as internal policiesProcess and reconcile payroll tax filings, retirement contributions, unemployment filings, and pension registersMonitor bank transactions and manage new state/local tax registrationsResearch and resolve payroll issues by liaising with payroll providers, third-party vendors, and employees in a timely and professional mannerSupport HR and Accounting teams with reporting, compliance audits, and reconciliationsProvide training and support to employees and managers on payroll systems (time entry, PTO approvals, benefit updates, open enrollment assistance)Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure a seamless employee experience and payroll accuracyAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Salary : $75,000 - $95,000