Remote HR & Payroll Specialist (Multi-State Compliance)

Human Services Research Institute; Cambridge (MA); Remote; USD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Education assistance program

10 paid holidays

Job summary

Human Services Research Institute (HSRI) is seeking a full-time HR & Payroll Administrator. This role supports day-to-day HR and payroll operations across the organization, ensuring compliance with multistate regulations and payroll tax requirements.

The position offers remote work with an option to work from the Cambridge, MA office, and requires experience with HRIS/payroll systems and strong Excel skills. We value confidentiality and thorough compliance practices.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, accounting, finance, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in payroll administration, HR operations, or employment compliance
• Experience processing payroll for employees working in multiple states
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and payroll tax regulations
• Experience managing state employer registrations and payroll tax accounts
• Working knowledge of wage and hour laws, FLSA, state leave laws, and employment compliance requirements
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems such as ADP, Paylocity, UKG, Paycom, Paychex, Workday, or similar platforms
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Support HR and payroll compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations affecting multistate employees
• Manage employer registrations for new states and local tax jurisdictions
• Support payroll processing by reviewing employee data, payroll changes, timecard submissions, and payroll documentation
• Coordinate with payroll providers and government agencies regarding tax notices, account updates, and compliance matters
• Support HR operational functions, including benefits administration, employee records, and HR systems
• Support annual compliance reporting and required government filings
• Assist with updates to policies and procedures based on regulatory changes
• Document standard operating procedures related to HR and payroll compliance
• Perform other HR- and payroll-related duties as assigned

Skills

Payroll processing

HR operations

Compliance knowledge

Multistate payroll

Excel

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in HR/related field

Tools

ADP

Paylocity

UKG

Paycom

Paychex

Workday

Job description

Human Services Research Institute (HSRI) is seeking a full-time HR & Payroll Administrator. This role supports day-to-day HR and payroll operations across the organization, ensuring compliance with multistate regulations and payroll tax requirements.

The position offers remote work with an option to work from the Cambridge, MA office, and requires experience with HRIS/payroll systems and strong Excel skills. We value confidentiality and thorough compliance practices.