Payroll/Bookkeeping Specialist

$43,680 - $43,680/Yr

M Stanley Metz & Co - Melrose, MA

Full-time - Entry Level

Melrose, MA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Payroll/Bookkeeping Specialist at M. Stanley Metz & Co. is responsible for managing payroll processes and ensuring accurate financial records. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The position is integral to the payroll department, contributing to the overall financial health of the company.

Responsibilities

• Enters, maintains, and processes information in the payroll system, including employees' hourly rates, salaries, commissions, bonuses, time worked, paid leave, and deductions.
• Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, charitable contributions, and wage garnishments.
• Reconciles payroll to the general ledger and monthly bank statements.
• Issues, reissues, physical or replacement checks, or direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge.
• Records and processes federal and state payroll tax deposits as needed.
• Assists with quarterly payroll tax filings.
• Files worker's compensation and general liability audit on behalf of the clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to quickly learn payroll software.
• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of experience in accounting or bookkeeping with at least six months of experience in payroll preferred.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• 11 Holidays
• Sick leave
• Vacation