Payroll Specialist

GDI Ainsworth; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GDI Ainsworth in the United States is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support payroll and HR functions, ensuring accurate data entry and timely processing.

You will handle full-cycle payroll for hourly and salaried staff across multiple states, coordinate with HR and managers, and respond to employee pay inquiries with professionalism. This role emphasizes compliance with wage laws and timely off-cycle payments when needed.

Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple U.S. states on a bi-weekly or semi-monthly schedule.
• Accurately input and maintain employee data including new hires, terminations, transfers, and compensation changes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, as well as company policies.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and payroll policies in a timely and professional manner.
• Coordinate with HR and department managers to verify timekeeping data and resolve discrepancies.
• Process off-cycle checks, bonuses, and manual payments as needed.

Job description

If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, to drive your career development, embraces diversity and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the GDI Ainsworth team today!

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Payroll Manager - the Payroll Specialist works in partnership with the Human Resources team and all department Managers and provides administrative support for Payroll functions. This role delivers superior customer service to all employees, liaises with external suppliers and provides support to organization's payroll and HR function. This role ensures legal compliance, accurate data entry and timely payroll processing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process full-cycle payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple U.S. states on a bi-weekly or semi-monthly schedule.
• Accurately input and maintain employee data including new hires, terminations, transfers, and compensation changes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, as well as company policies.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and payroll policies in a timely and professional manner.
• Coordinate with HR and department managers to verify timekeeping data and resolve discrepancies.
• Process off-cycle checks, bonuses, and manual payments as needed.