Payroll Specialist- Remote

Fully Remote: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Salary range: $65,000- $75,000
Department/Program: Payroll
Reports To: Controller
Mission Statement: Bay Cove Human Services partners with people to overcome challenges and realize personal potential. Providing individualized services to people facing the challenges associated with developmental disabilities, mental illness, substance use disorders, and homelessness at more than 175 program sites throughout Greater Boston and Southeastern Massachusetts.
Job Summary: We seek a dedicated and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team of financial professionals. As a Payroll Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for our company. Your expertise will contribute to the financial well-being of our employees and the smooth operation of our payroll systems.
This is an exempt position.
Essential Functions of Position:

• Manage all company related payroll tasks to enable Ceridian Managed Service end-to-end payroll processing, including data entry, calculations, and disbursements.
• Collaborate with Ceridian Managed Services on entire payroll process.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and reporting requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including deductions, bonuses, and changes in employment status.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters and provide exceptional customer service.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate processing of new hires, terminations, and employee changes.
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve payroll-related issues promptly and professionally.
• Process and verify timecards, overtime, and paid time off (PTO) accruals.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports to management and finance teams as needed.
• Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations and ensure our payroll processes align with best practices.
• Collaborate with accounting to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Requirements for the position:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll processing and administration.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) are highly desirable.
• Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist or in a similar payroll role.
• Strong knowledge of Ceridian Dayforce payroll software and systems in a managed services environment.
• Familiarity with payroll taxes, wage and hour laws, and benefits administration.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in using payroll software and digital resources.
• Excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering top-tier customer service.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive payroll information.