Payroll & Benefits Associate (Finance Department)

Atlantic Group; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global organization in Boston is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Associate to manage payroll operations and benefits administration. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, along with 2+ years of payroll experience. Skills in UKG and advanced Excel are required. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary between $80,000 and $90,000 per year plus bonuses.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll and benefits experience in a corporate or multi-entity environment required.
• Global payroll exposure preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and experience using financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage bi-weekly U.S. payroll using UKG.
• Oversee payroll withholdings and benefits administration.
• Prepare general ledger entries and ensure payroll accuracy.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

UKG

Financial systems

Job description

Overview

Job Overview – Payroll & Benefits Associate (Finance Department): Compensation: $80,000 – $90,000/year + bonus. Location: Boston, MA. Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid).

Atlantic Group is hiring a Payroll & Benefits Associate in Boston, MA (Hybrid) with our client, a global organization. In this role, you’ll manage payroll operations, benefits administration, and general ledger reconciliations across multiple entities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive, with experience in payroll, benefits, and financial reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to process improvement and global operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing: Prepare and manage bi-weekly U.S. payroll using UKG and coordinate international payrolls with global providers.
• Benefits Administration: Oversee payroll withholdings, including 401(k) contributions, voluntary benefits, and related deductions.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare general ledger entries, reconciliations, and journal postings to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.
• Audit & Compliance: Support annual audits, provide detailed payroll schedules, and assist with compensation reporting for leadership reviews.
• Retirement Plan Management: Administer retirement accounts, reconcile monthly activity, and assist with quarterly and annual reporting.
• Process Optimization: Streamline workflows, enhance system integrations, and collaborate across HR and Finance to improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
• Experience: 2+ years of payroll and benefits experience in a corporate or multi-entity environment required, with global payroll exposure preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas) and UKG or similar payroll software, with strong analytical skills and experience using financial systems.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of payroll compliance, benefits administration, and general accounting principles.
• Skills & Attributes: Detail-oriented and organized professional with strong communication and problem-solving skills, proactive and adaptable with a hands-on approach in fast-paced environments.

Application Notice

Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.