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Goodwin · 19 hours ago

Sr. Payroll Administrator

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$65K/yr - $87K/yr

5+ years exp

Goodwin is a leading firm that collaborates with successful investors and entrepreneurs across various industries. As a Senior Payroll Administrator, you will ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing while working closely with management to improve processes and operational efficiency.

Intellectual PropertyLaw EnforcementLegalLife ScienceReal Estate

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Accurately process the Firm’s biweekly, monthly, partner and/or international payrolls

Maintains knowledge of payroll systems and accounting, and Federal/State wage & hour laws

Gather and Prepare reports exported from Time Tracking System

Ensure payroll changes are properly documented and approved

Load imports from multiple departments as related to payroll changes

Assist Payroll Managers in collecting and reconciling quarterly and annual tax reports

Provide relevant payroll data as requested using Workday, Expert, Ceridian, Excel, Celergo and other PC applications, for use in audits and surveys

Responds promptly and courteously to all payroll inquiries from employees

Stay current on all reporting functions of the payroll software

Conduct New Hire Orientation meeting

Enter monthly Moving Expenses, Tuition Forgiveness and other taxable Fringe Benefits received from the financial analyst

Assist the finance department with questions on the payroll account bank statement

Partner with peers to ensure managing tasks effectively which includes cross training for coverage purposes

Qualification

Payroll processingPayroll systems knowledgeAccounting knowledgeWorkdayExcel proficiencyCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaborationAttention to detailAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience, including international payroll, with strong working knowledge of payroll and accounting systems

Demonstrated ability to be proactive, take initiative, and effectively manage and prioritize multiple concurrent assignments

Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail

Proven ability to work collaboratively as a team player and partner effectively with staff and management at all levels

Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to respond to changing business needs and priorities

High level of integrity with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with employees and leadership

Advanced computer skills, including strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel (advanced spreadsheets, querying, and report-writing tools)

Solid general ledger and accounting knowledge

Preferred

Experience in a law firm or professional services environment

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work schedule

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement & Savings Plan

Emergency back-up child and adult care

Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Employee recognition and reward programs

Employee wellness and assistance programs

Employee discounts and perks

Company

Goodwin

Glassdoor3.7

Goodwin is a global law firm with more than 1,800 lawyers in its offices located in the United States, Europe and Asia.

Founded in 1912

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.goodwinprocter.com

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