Payroll Specialist

We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our client's growing team. This position is onsite in Boston, MA. Responsibilities Administer end?to?end, multi?state weekly payroll processing, including time entry review, audits, reconciliations, check printing, and distribution Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance by managing tax deposits, tax reconciliations, and responding to payroll-related inquiries Handle employment verifications, wage garnishments, tax levies, and other regulatory or compliance-related requests Prepare and deliver recurring payroll, labor, and personnel change reports, along with ad hoc reporting for leadership as needed Partner with internal teams to coordinate payroll reporting, resolve discrepancies, and support ongoing operational needs Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field preferred Three to five years of hands-on payroll and accounting experience Familiarity with construction or industry-specific payroll systems (e.g., Timberline) is a plus Strong ability to collaborate effectively across departments and organizational levels Proven team-oriented mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact  .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications.

You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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