Payroll Compliance & Reconciliation Specialist

UG2 LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

UG2, a facility services leader based in Boston, MA, is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely employee compensation across multi-state operations. The role emphasizes audit readiness, reconciliations, and collaboration with HR/Finance to ensure regulatory compliance.

You will assist with system updates, reporting, and projects for payroll process improvements. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of payroll experience, strong knowledge of payroll laws, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of payroll experience in a multi-state environment.
• Knowledge of payroll laws and regulations (FLSA, state/local tax, garnishments).
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, or UKG.
• Strong Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and reporting/reconciliation experience.
• High attention to detail and accuracy; strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to support team members.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal audits of payroll data and processes to ensure compliance and readiness for external audits.
• Execute payroll account reconciliations, including gross-to-net, tax withholdings, and GL tie-outs.
• Administer and track bonus, incentive, and special pay programs with accurate calculations and timely disbursements.
• Act as a point of contact for payroll practitioners by offering guidance and support.
• Support the Payroll Manager with reporting, escalations, data validation, and special projects.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Accounting on data alignment, retro adjustments, and audit inquiries.
• Maintain detailed records and documentation in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Assist with testing and implementation of system updates or new payroll-related tools.

Skills

Payroll experience

Payroll compliance

Payroll systems

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

ADP

Workday

UKG

Job description

UG2, a facility services leader based in Boston, MA, is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely employee compensation across multi-state operations. The role emphasizes audit readiness, reconciliations, and collaboration with HR/Finance to ensure regulatory compliance.

You will assist with system updates, reporting, and projects for payroll process improvements. Ideal candidates have 2–4 years of payroll experience, strong knowledge of payroll laws, and proficiency with