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Robert Half Payroll Administrator in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts
Description
Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join their growing team. This individual will be responsible for processing weekly and semi-monthly payrolls with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. The ideal candidate will have strong multi-state payroll experience and the ability to manage payroll operations in a fast-paced environment.
In this role, you will audit and review all aspects of payroll prior to transmission, ensuring compliance and accuracy across earnings, deductions, and payroll limits. You will review and validate HR changes such as new hires, terminations, transfers, and status updates, as well as analyze timekeeping data before payroll submission. The Payroll Administrator will serve as a key point of contact for employee pay-related inquiries, providing clear guidance on policies and resolving issues with exceptional customer service. Additional responsibilities include running audit reports, preparing payroll-related reporting, reviewing retirement and 401(k) contributions, performing data entry, and identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and procedures. The ability to communicate effectively and escalate concerns when appropriate is essential.
Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 10 years of payroll experience. Strong Excel skills, excellent organizational abilities, and the capacity to multitask and prioritize under pressure are required. Previous experience with ADP is required, with ADP Vantage experience strongly preferred. Experience within a manufacturing environment is a plus.
This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who takes pride in accuracy, compliance, and delivering outstanding internal customer support.
For immediate consideration please call Allison Brown at 508.205.2121
Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience with attention to detail.
• Minimum of 10 years of payroll experience, including multi-state operations.
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now; experience with ADP Vantage is a strong advantage.
• Advanced knowledge of payroll systems and processes, including full-cycle payroll.
• Strong Excel skills, with the ability to create and manage complex spreadsheets.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and excellent internal customer service.
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