Payroll Associate

MSPCA-Angell Careers•Boston, MA

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Payroll Associate will work closely with the Payroll Manager to process the 850+ payroll for the MSPCA-Angell. Will develop relationships with the HR team to assist in reviewing and administering regular payroll changes and staffing updates. The MSPCA-Angell operates two 24/7 animal hospitals (as well as 5 shelters and 4 clinics). Experience with shift differentials, a 24/7 environment and multi-state employees is a plus. This person will also work the Payroll Manager to review and process the corporate credit cards statements on a monthly basis. Strong written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to problem solve are needed for this role. The Payroll Associate will demonstrate, model and inspire all employees to embrace and live the organizational values of Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration, Excellence, Service and Positivity in carrying out day to day tasks as well as in interactions with others.

Requirements

Minimum Associates degree.
2+ years of payroll processing experience, preferably in a large organization (500+ employees).
Strong written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to problem solve.

Nice To Haves

Experience with shift differentials, a 24/7 environment and multi-state employees is a plus.
Experience with a 24/7 environment or shift differentials, and hospital setting is a plus.
Experience with UKG or other payroll/timekeeping software is ideal.

Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly non-exempt payroll for 600+ staff through the payroll system.
Cross train with the Payroll Manager to learn payroll process for 250+ exempt staff.
Work closely with HR staff to review pay-rate changes and follow-up/update payroll software accordingly.
Work with service directors and managers to process regular shift-differentials and other incentive pay for bi-weekly payroll
Prepare and verify all IRS required information including quarterly tax returns (941) and year-end W-2 forms with Payroll Manager.
Gather and put together documentation submitted by staff for monthly visa credit card processing.