Payroll Specialist

Job Title: Payroll Specialist

Industry: Finance & Accounting

Location: Salem, NH

Compensation: $65000 - $75000 / Year

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits

Work Schedule: Full-time, business hours

Job Description:

POSITION OVERVIEW

Our client is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a large multi-state workforce. This individual will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while assisting with employee payroll inquiries, reporting, and related administrative functions. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with recurring deadlines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Assist with processing bi-weekly payroll for employees across the U.S. and Canada using payroll/HRIS systems

* Review and process payroll adjustments including terminations, bonuses, retroactive pay, and other off-cycle requests

* Maintain employee payroll records, deductions, garnishments, and benefit contributions to ensure accuracy

* Partner with internal departments to resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries in a timely manner

* Support payroll reporting, reconciliations, and related accounting activities

* Coordinate with external payroll providers on payroll processing and compliance matters

* Assist with maintaining payroll procedures, documentation, and system updates

* Support preparation and submission of indirect tax filings including sales & use tax, business registrations, and annual property tax filings

* Participate in special projects, audits, and process improvement initiatives

QUALIFICATIONS

* 2+ years of payroll or related accounting experience

* Experience supporting multi-state or high-volume payroll environments

* Familiarity with payroll systems or HRIS platforms; Workday experience preferred

* Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy

* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring deadlines

* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook

* Strong communication and organizational skills

* Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

IND 002-004