Payroll Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume, in-office payroll operation in Boston, Massachusetts. This Contract position will manage payroll activities for a large, multi-state workforce ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong Sage 300 expertise and is comfortable handling complex payroll processes for a growing employee population.

Responsibilities:

• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 850 employees working across 10 states.

• Use Sage 300 to enter, review, and finalize payroll data with a high degree of accuracy.

• Verify payroll records, earnings, deductions, and adjustments to ensure timely and correct payments.

• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations for a multi-state employee base.

• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, responding promptly to questions from employees and internal stakeholders.

• Prepare payroll-related reports and supporting documentation for management review and audit needs.

• Partner with payroll leadership and other internal teams to support smooth day-to-day payroll operations in an office-based environmen

• Proven experience processing payroll in a high-volume environment of more than 500 employees.
• Hands-on proficiency with Sage 300 is required.
• Strong background in multi-state payroll administration.
• Prior experience supporting payroll within the construction industry is highly preferred.
• Solid understanding of payroll laws, tax withholdings, garnishments, and related compliance requirements.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage sensitive information confidentially.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.