Payroll Specialist

Straumann Group - Andover, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Andover, MA

About the position

The Payroll Specialist at Straumann Group is responsible for delivering exceptional payroll administration services, processing payroll for both the US and Canada, and maintaining time and attendance records. This role involves managing employee inquiries, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations, and driving streamlined processes to maintain data quality and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for US & Canada
• Manage new hires, terminations, salary changes, benefits, tax withholding, etc. via our payroll system (ADP Workforce Now)
• Compile and maintain time and attendance data using Kronos Workforce Ready (US) and ADP (Canada)
• Process sales commission files monthly and bonuses payments on a quarterly basis
• Assist with processing accurate and timely year-end reporting when necessary (W-2, W-2c, T-2200 & TP-64, etc.)
• Ensure payroll reporting and payments are compliant with company policy, generally accepted accounting principles, and federal, state and IRS regulations
• Respond to auditing and regulatory inquiries
• Respond to verification of employment requests and garnishment answers
• Act as the first contact for employees regarding payroll related inquiries and requests
• Build partnerships and solicit feedback from internal and external business partners to define and develop successful, scalable processes and practices
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• 1+ years of work experience within the field of payroll preparation for a multi-location organization resolving complex payroll processing and employee payroll issues
• 1+ years of experience in modern tech solutions (e.g. ADP, Workforce Now, Kronos Workforce Ready, SuccessFactors)

Nice-to-haves

• Strong customer centric skills and rapport building
• Able to work independently and detail oriented
• High level of confidentiality and being exposed to confidential material

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance