Part-Time Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Part-Time Payroll Specialist

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Location: Newton Area

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Schedule: Part-Time (24–26 hours per week)

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Pay: $29.00–$32.00 per hour

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Position Type: Direct Hire

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We are partnering with a well-established educational organization seeking an experienced Part-Time Payroll Specialist to join its Business Office team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented payroll professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and providing exceptional internal customer service.

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Responsibilities

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• Process weekly and monthly payroll for approximately 250 employees

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• Maintain payroll records by collecting, calculating, and entering payroll data accurately

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• Support the Human Resources Manager with employee records and payroll documentation

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• Assist with monthly payroll and benefits reconciliations to the general ledger

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• Contribute to month-end and year-end closing activities

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• Provide outstanding customer service to employees, faculty, students, and families

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• Assist with additional accounting and HR-related projects as needed

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Qualifications

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• 3–5 years of payroll and accounting experience

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• Experience processing payroll for a multi-employee organization

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• Strong working knowledge of ADP (required)

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• Experience with Senior Systems is preferred

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• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong data management and analytical abilities

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• Solid understanding of payroll procedures and accounting principles

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• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills

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• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple priorities

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• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)

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What We're Looking For

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The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a team environment while also being able to work independently. You should be comfortable managing sensitive information, meeting deadlines, and supporting both payroll and accounting functions.

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If you're an experienced payroll professional looking for a flexible part-time opportunity with a respected organization, we'd love to hear from you!