Payroll Analyst

Atlantic Group; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Group in Boston, MA is seeking a Payroll Analyst to manage full-cycle multi-state payroll, ensure tax compliance, and support payroll operations. The role emphasizes accuracy, process improvements, and collaborating with HR and Finance.

Experience with Ceridian Dayforce and advanced Excel skills are strongly preferred. This temporary opportunity offers a hybrid schedule in the Boston area and requires strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of full-cycle multi-state payroll experience required.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state and local payroll tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle multi-state payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Audit payroll data, monitor withholdings, garnishments and deductions.
• Review time records, resolve discrepancies, ensure accurate inputs.
• Prepare payroll reports, support year-end activities and W-2 processing.
• Monitor payroll tax notices and support process improvements.
• Respond to payroll inquiries and collaborate with HR & Finance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Accounting/Finance

Tools

Ceridian Dayforce

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Overview - Payroll Analyst

Compensation: $45 - $50/hour (Dependent on Experience)

Location: Boston, MA

Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)

Atlantic Group is hiring a Payroll Analyst in Boston, MA for our client, supporting multi-state payroll processing, payroll tax compliance, and payroll operations. This temporary opportunity is ideal for an experienced payroll professional with strong Ceridian Dayforce expertise who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The role will focus on full-cycle payroll processing, payroll tax administration, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities as the Payroll Analyst:

• Payroll Processing: Process full-cycle multi-state payroll accurately and on schedule while ensuring compliance with company policies and payroll regulations.
• Payroll Compliance: Audit payroll data, monitor tax withholdings, garnishments, deductions, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax requirements.
• Timekeeping Administration: Review and audit employee time records, resolve payroll discrepancies, and ensure accurate payroll inputs.
• Payroll Reporting: Prepare payroll reports, support year-end payroll activities, assist with W-2 processing, and maintain payroll documentation.
• Tax & Process Support: Monitor payroll tax notices, assist with payroll tax projects, and recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Employee Support: Respond to payroll-related inquiries and partner with Human Resources and Finance to resolve payroll issues and support payroll operations.

Qualifications for the Payroll Analyst:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of full-cycle multi-state payroll experience is required.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, payroll compliance, and multi-state payroll administration is required.
• Technical Skills: Experience with Ceridian Dayforce is strongly preferred. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail, the ability to maintain confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.