Part-Time ADP/Payroll Specialist

CREST Collaborative

Andover (MA)

On-site

USD 31,000 - 42,000

Part time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Mass State Retirement eligible

Paid time off including 12 holidays

Voluntary benefits such as medical,/dh

Job summary

CREST Collaborative in Andover, MA is seeking a Part-Time ADP/Payroll Specialist to lead the biweekly payroll process, verify data, and ensure compliance with state and district contracts. You will support the Director of Finance and Operations and the HR Director, using ADP, MS Office, and Google Suites to generate accurate payroll records.

The role requires 2–4 years of payroll experience, strong data skills, and excellent communication and customer service.

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.

Responsibilities

Assembling, generating, and verifying the biweekly payroll warrants.
Processing 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 data accuracy for processing.
Other payroll support duties.

Skills

Payroll experience

Microsoft Office

Google Suites

ADP

Data reconciliation

Spreadsheets

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Degree or certification in payroll/accounting/business

Tools

ADP

Microsoft Office

Google Apps (G Suite)

Job description

Part-Time ADP/Payroll Specialist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5931268

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 1, 2027

Job Description

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

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Accounting/Bookkeeping

Support Staff > Administrative Assistant

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of the Collaborative to provide a safe and secure working and learning environment for its entire staff and student body without distinction based on actual or perceived differentiating characteristics, including race, color, age, religion, creed, ancestry, veteran or military status, national origin, citizenship, sex, socioeconomic status, homelessness, academic status, limited English proficiency, genetic information, gender identity or expression, physical appearance, marital status, pregnant or parenting status, sexual orientation, mental, physical, developmental or sensory disability or by association with a person who has or is perceived to have 1 or more of these characteristics; or by any other protected status or characteristic under federal, state, or local laws. Discrimination, sexual and bias-motivated harassment and violations of civil rights disrupt the educational process and will not be tolerated.The Collaborative is committed to prevention, remediation and accurate reporting of bias incidents and civil rights violations. To that end, all staff and students can enjoy the advantages of a safe and tolerant environment where individual differences are respected. The Collaborative undertakes to engage in activities and programming such as training of all school personnel intended to foster respect for diversity, civil rights and non-violence in school settings.

Job Requirements

This position is 2-3 days per week (20 hours/week). Hourly range: $30-$40/hour.
Full year position (260 days)
Mass State Retirement eligible, paid time off including 12 holidays, eligible for all voluntary benefits such as but not limited to; medical, dental, vision, 403(b), flex spending, STD, LTD, accident insurance, and critical illness insurance.
At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Bachelor degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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