Payroll Analyst

Pro Staff; Acton (MA); Hybrid; USD 105,866,000 - 143,342,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and pet保险

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter/Parking Accounts

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Pro Staff, Acton, MA, is seeking a Payroll Analyst to manage biweekly multi-state payroll for 3,000+ employees using Workday. Hybrid work style with on-site presence about three days per week. Strong regulatory, accuracy, and process-improvement skills are essential.

Candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and have at least 5 years of multi-state payroll experience, with advanced Excel and Workday expertise. International payroll support is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of multi-state payroll processing experience.
• Extensive experience with Workday Payroll required.
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting international payroll processes preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly multi-state payroll for 3,000+ employees using Workday.
• Audit payroll data including hours, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and tax withholdings.
• Reconcile payroll reports and validate payroll accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Process off-cycle payrolls for corrections, terminations, and bonus payments.
• Partner with HR and Finance teams to maintain employee data accuracy.
• Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 reconciliation.
• Maintain payroll documentation and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Provide backup support for international payroll operations.

Skills

Payroll expertise

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Multi-state payroll

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Business/Human Resources

Tools

Workday Payroll

Excel

Job description

Now Hiring: Payroll Analyst

Location: Acton, MA
Pay Rate: $43.50/hour
Schedule: Hybrid | On-site approximately 3 days per week

Are you an experienced payroll professional with strong Workday expertise? Join a leading manufacturing organization and play a critical role in managing payroll operations for more than 3,000 employees. This Payroll Analyst opportunity offers the chance to apply your payroll knowledge in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while supporting a large multi-state workforce.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of multi-state payroll processing experience
• Extensive experience with Workday Payroll required
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and compliance requirements
• Experience supporting international payroll processes preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills preferred

Job Duties

• Process biweekly multi-state payroll for 3,000+ employees using Workday
• Audit payroll data including hours, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and tax withholdings
• Reconcile payroll reports and validate payroll accuracy
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Process off-cycle payrolls for corrections, terminations, and bonus payments
• Partner with HR and Finance teams to maintain employee data accuracy
• Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 reconciliation
• Maintain payroll documentation and identify process improvement opportunities
• Provide backup support for international payroll operations

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work on-site in Acton, MA approximately three days per week
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills

Employee Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter/Parking Accounts
• People Perks
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• AD&D Insurance

If you're a detail-oriented payroll professional looking for a rewarding opportunity with a competitive pay rate, we want to hear from you.