Payroll Specialist

Barkan Management Co. - Newton, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Newton, MA

501-1,000 employees

Real Estate

About the position

The Payroll Specialist at Barkan Management Company is responsible for overseeing the payroll functions of the organization, ensuring timely and accurate processing of payroll in compliance with government regulations. This role is crucial for maintaining payroll records, facilitating audits, and recommending updates to payroll systems and procedures. The position offers opportunities for growth within a company that values integrity, innovation, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Facilitate audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Distribute quarterly earnings reports to accounting/finance departments.
• Identify and recommend updates to payroll processing software, systems, and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with payroll software, specifically ADP Workforce Now.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
• Three to five years of related experience preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Property Management experience a plus.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Match
• Group Legal/Critical Illness/Hospitalization/Accident/Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program