Payroll Manager at The Hollister Group, Inc.

Boston, MA

About the Job

Payroll Manager

We are The Hollister Group, the Boston area's leading women-owned staffing firm guiding candidates through the job search process and connecting top-tier talent with opportunities that meet the needs of our candidates and our clients. Our Recruiters will help you refine your goals, improve your resume and interview skills, and stay on the lookout for a position that matches your experience and ambition!

Our Accounting & Finance Staffing team is currently looking to speak with candidates who would be a good fit for roles with the specifications below:

Responsibilities:

Ensure accurate, timely and efficient processing and payment of bi-weekly payrolls
Manage all payroll functions and maintain compliance with applicable policies, contracts, and State and Federal laws
Adhere to best practices and internal control policies and drive process improvements for payroll
Analyze and reconcile reports and quarterly tax filings to identify and resolve discrepancies
Perform monthly payroll close duties, including the preparation of period-end accruals and monthly journal entries, reconciliations of payroll registers to the general ledger, etc.
Calculate and process special checks in a timely manner, i.e., termination pay, special bonuses, or equity-based transactions
Address employee questions and create materials and training to educate employees on payroll-related topics
Reconcile W-2 forms and ensure accuracy of all compensation and deduction transactions
Oversee and ensure the accurate and timely filing of all employer compliance forms and returns for all applicable jurisdictions
Facilitate annual audits of financial statements, 401(k), Worker’s Compensation and others, as needed
Partner with the People Operations and Benefits on the ongoing maintenance of UKG Ready

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required
FPC or CPP certification preferred
5-7 years of progressive payroll management including multi-state and stock plan administration experience
Knowledge of relevant payroll related standards, codes, GAAP, regulations and other related requirements.
Experience with UKG Ready preferred
Strong systems and data flow knowledge; ability to learn and adapt to new software
Highly accurate with keen attention to detail
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build solid relationships and establish credibility across all levels of the organization – must be a team player
Motivated, focused, passionate contributor and asset to a team
Ability to be nimble and efficient dealing with ambiguity in a fast-paced environment

If these details don't quite align with you, don't worry! We have a variety of Accounting & Finance roles with clients in Investment Management, Healthcare, and more. Reach out to us with your resume via email at apply@hollistergroup.com to connect with a recruiter to see how we can help you in your search!

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Hollister Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are under-represented in their respective occupation or position.