Payroll Specialist — Multi‑Jurisdiction Expert

Vaco; Dracut (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring, operating in Dracut, MA, seeks an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage standard payroll processes, reporting, and reconciliations. The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and system improvements within a high-volume environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll administration and hands-on experience with ERP/HCM platforms, ensuring timely payroll cycles and precise tax handling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, HR, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of payroll processing experience.
• Direct experience with ERP or HCM platforms.
• Familiarity with multi-jurisdictional tax structures.
• Strong spreadsheet skills with data analysis.
• Solid understanding of payroll taxes and deductions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization.

Responsibilities

• Process and review payroll cycles for diverse employees across regional jurisdictions.
• Ensure accuracy of deductions, taxes, and master data.
• Audit reports, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues.
• Support software updates and routine payroll system maintenance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Assist with tax reporting, reconciliations, and year-end processing.
• Maintain secure records and internal documentation.
• Generate analytical reports using advanced spreadsheet functions.
• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll workflows.

Skills

Payroll processing

Multi-jurisdictional compliance

Spreadsheet proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP/HCM systems

Job description

Vaco by Highspring, operating in Dracut, MA, seeks an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage standard payroll processes, reporting, and reconciliations. The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and system improvements within a high-volume environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll administration and hands-on experience with ERP/HCM platforms, ensuring timely payroll cycles and precise tax handling.