Business Office Associate - Payroll (Part-time))

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Business Office Associate - Payroll (Part-time) to support payroll operations and related business office functions in Natick, Massachusetts. This part-time role works closely with human resources and finance to ensure employees are paid accurately, records are maintained properly, and reporting deadlines are met. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to balance recurring tasks with changing priorities.

For immediate consideration please call Thiago de Matos View phone number on ziprecruiter.com

Responsibilities:

• Manage weekly and monthly payroll cycles for a workforce of approximately 250 employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing.

• Review, calculate, and enter payroll-related data while maintaining current and accurate employee payroll records.

• Partner with the Human Resource Manager to organize and update employee files and employment documentation.

• Support the reconciliation of payroll and benefits activity against general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.

• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities by preparing payroll-related information and resolving discrepancies.

• Provide responsive, thorough service regarding payroll and business office inquiries.

• Contribute to additional human resources, payroll, or accounting tasks as needed to support department operations.

• Help with benefits-related administration and other general ledger duties when business needs require broader support.

• Three to five years of hands-on payroll experience, including responsibility for full-cycle payroll processing.
• Working knowledge of payroll practices and core accounting principles.
• Background equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in business or a related field through education and relevant experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across different groups.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines at once.
• Discretion in handling sensitive information and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Advanced comfort with Excel for data review and analysis; experience with ADP Workforce Now, Senior Systems, or similar payroll platforms is preferred.
• Ability to remain seated for extended periods while performing regular office-based responsibilities.