Job Description
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CFS is partnering with a mission‑driven human services nonprofit in Newton, MA that provides employment services and community living support for individuals with special abilities. They are seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their growing accounting team.
\nWhy This Payroll Specialist Role Is Unique\n
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- Contribute directly to a mission that supports individuals with special abilities
- Join an organization in transition, creating opportunities to improve systems and grow professionally
- Work closely with a collaborative finance and HR team
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Gain broad exposure in a nonprofit environment while helping build stronger payroll processes
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\nJob Responsibilities\n
As the Payroll Specialist, you will:
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- Process bi‑weekly payroll accurately and on schedule
- Review timesheets, hours, pay rates, and leave entries for completeness and accuracy
- Maintain employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, status changes, and tax updates
- Coordinate with HR to ensure correct benefit deductions, leave accruals, and employee data updates
- Assist employees with payroll questions and provide clear, friendly support
- Reconcile payroll reports and support the month‑end close process with payroll‑related entries
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations
- Assist with year‑end activities including W‑2 review and payroll audits
- Participate in improving payroll workflows and documentation as systems evolve
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\nQualifications\n
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- 1–3 years of payroll experience
- Familiarity with payroll systems (any platform)
- Nonprofit or multi‑fund payroll experience is a plus, but not required
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Good communication skills and a helpful, team‑oriented approach
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\nSalary Range
$60,000 - $72,000, depending on experience