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Payroll Specialist - Hybrid from Newton, MA

Payroll Specialist - Hybrid from Newton, MA

WingateNewton, MA, United States
14 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Join Wingate Companies as a Payroll Specialist and bring your accuracy, analytical skills, and customer service mindset to a company that's modernizing how it supports its people.

Schedule : Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 9 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM

Compensation : $25-$35 / hour (based on experience)

Location : Wingate Companies - Corporate Office, Newton, MA (Onsite) (Hybrid 2-3days onsite / week once fully trained.)

What You'll Do :

You'll manage payroll for about 2000 employees across multiple states, ensuring every paycheck is accurate, compliant, and on time. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you'll handle payroll processing, auditing, and employee inquiries with professionalism and care.

  • Process and audit four payrolls accurately and on schedule
  • Resolve payroll and HRIS discrepancies before they affect employees
  • Respond promptly to employee questions and requests with a service-first attitude
  • Maintain GL codes, tax accuracy, and compliance with regulations
  • Support audits, reporting, and payroll history requests
  • Collaborate with HR and Benefits on employee changes and terminations

Why you'll do great as a Payroll Specialist at Wingate :

You are detail-oriented, analytical, and thrive in environments where precision and service matter equally. You understand that payroll is both numbers and people, balancing accuracy with empathy and clear communication.

What We Offer :

Wingate believes in supporting our people with benefits that care for both their professional and personal well-being :

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Summer Fridays and hybrid flexibility
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee wellness initiatives and recognition programs
  • Opportunities for training, career growth, and advancement
  • What you bring :

  • 3+ years of payroll experience (multi-state and multi-cycle preferred
  • Experience supporting at least 1000+ employees
  • Strong customer service mindset, responsive, patient, and solutions-focused
  • Strong Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, lookups) and familiarity with GL codes, debits / credits, and reconciliations
  • Experience with an HRIS / payroll platform (UKG Ready experience a plus)
  • Working knowledge of tax filings, deductions, and compliance
  • About Wingate :

    At Wingate Management Companies , we're more than just a real estate company - we're a mission-driven organization focused on building communities and creating opportunity. From affordable housing to workforce development, we're committed to making a meaningful impact, and we support our employees with a collaborative, people-first culture.

    Apply today - we are looking to hire within the next 28 days!

    Wingate Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

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