Payroll & Benefits Specialist

firstPRO, Inc; Cohasset (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in staffing and recruiting seeks an experienced payroll and benefits administrator to oversee compensation processing and employee benefits management. This full-time, on-site role involves ensuring compliance with payroll laws and maintaining accurate records while supporting audits and collaborating with HR and Finance.

Qualifications

• Experience managing payroll cycles and benefits plans.
• Knowledge of tax laws and employment regulations.
• Highly organized with strong discretion.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll and maintain accurate records using Paylocity.
• Administer employee benefits including health and retirement plans.
• Ensure compliance with payroll laws and tax regulations.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field

Professional certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR)

Tools

Paylocity

Job description

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Our client in Cohasset, MA is seeking an experienced payroll and benefits admin to join their team. This position plays a critical role in overseeing compensation processing and employee benefits management across the organization.

• 30 hours a week
• Direct-Hire
• 100% onsite

Responsibilities:

• Process weekly payroll and maintain accurate records using Paylocity
• Administer employee benefits, including health, retirement, and wellness plans
• Ensure compliance with payroll laws, tax regulations, and benefits requirements
• Respond to employee questions related to pay and benefits
• Support audits and collaborate with HR/Finance on reporting and planning

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (preferred)
• Previous experience managing payroll cycles and benefits plans
• Familiarity with payroll systems such as Paylocity or similar tools
• Knowledge of tax laws, employment regulations, and benefits compliance
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with strong discretion
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Professional certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Human Resources

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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