Senior Payroll Specialist
Kbwfinancial
Bedford, MA · Posted November 11, 2026
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About the job
KBW Financial Staffing is working with a growing manufacturing client in the Burlington MA area that is looking for a Senior Payroll Specialist to join their team! This is a full-time position that will be hybrid and is paying $90k-$110k depending on experience, plus bonus .
The responsibilities for the role will include:
Processing bi-weekly payroll, auditing timecards, and maintaining employee records in ADP
Managing garnishments, employment verifications, terminations, and related payroll adjustments
Preparing monthly reconciliations, payroll reports, and year-end reporting while assisting with audits
Coordinating employee changes with HR, training payroll staff, and provide backup support for the Payroll Manager
The experience required for the role:
Associates or bachelors degree in accounting, finance, human resources, or a related field
3+ years of multi-state payroll experience
Experience with ADP workforce is required
Experience with SAP is a plus
Working knowledge of payroll and accounting principles, practices, and procedures
Compensation: $90k-$110k DOE + Bonus
For immediate consideration, please submit an updated copy of your resume in Word format to Colin McDonnell at cmcdonnell@kbwfinancial.com.
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