Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Payroll and Benefits Specialist New Bedford, MA Job Details $75,000 - $80,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Benefits administration Financial data reconciliation Payroll tax Handling wage garnishments Regulatory compliance General ledger maintenance Mid-level State tax Personnel records management Bachelor's degree Data management Human Resource Management Financial record maintenance Bachelor's degree in accounting Manufacturing company experience Accounting Full Job Description We are looking for a skilled Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our client in New Bedford, Massachusetts. This role is essential in ensuring accurate payroll processing and seamless benefits administration for employees across multiple locations. The ideal candidate will bring a detail-oriented approach and a commitment to compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.

Responsibilities:

Process payroll cycles, including weekly, biweekly, and semi-monthly schedules, for both hourly and salaried employees. Manage employee data updates such as new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, transfers, garnishments, and other HR-related modifications. Maintain and audit payroll records, ensuring accuracy in general ledger entries, benefit deductions, tax withholdings, and reconciliations. Bachelor's degree in accounting or human resources is strongly preferred Payroll experience in the Manufacturing industry is required Proven experience in full-cycle payroll processing for organizations with 100-500 employees. Familiarity with multi-state payroll operations and compliance requirements. Proficiency in using payroll software, with experience in UKG Pro being highly preferred. Strong knowledge of benefits administration and related processes. Excellent attention to detail and ability to audit payroll records for accuracy. Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations. Ability to collaborate effectively with HR and finance teams. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage competing priorities Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .