Sr. Payroll Associate

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Job description

Hologic, Inc. is a leading developer, manufacturer and supplier of premium diagnostic products, medical imaging systems and surgical products. The Company's core business units focus on diagnostics, breast health, GYN surgical, and skeletal health. With a unified suite of technologies and a robust research and development program, Hologic is dedicated to The Science of Sure.

Location: Marlborough, MA

Hours: Regular business hours

The Senior Payroll Associate is responsible to oversee and participate in processing of Hologic's bi-weekly, semi-monthly and stock option payrolls, accurately and on time. Activities may include: accounting, payment preparation and distribution, benefits, taxes, payroll deductions, overtime calculation, shift payments, bonuses, payroll record maintenance, government compliance, and reporting.

Description for Internal Candidates

· Senior specialist on the processing team for execution of full cycle payroll for 4,000 employees in the US and Canada (including multiple states and provinces)

· Leads, recommends and participates in department projects to continually review and improve current processes

· Analyze and process hours through ADP eTime system

· Performs highly complex payroll record error reconciliations, additions, and changes to the payroll system, including employee stock exercises, commissions, disability payments, etc.

· Audit various payroll reports for accuracy and SOX compliance

· Act as primary back-up for the other payroll associates

· Assist in year-end W2 preparation, fringe benefit processing

· Responds to inquiries that are of moderate to high complexity from managers and employees.

· Run bi-weekly payroll reports for Human Resources, third party vendors and various customers

· Research and respond to tax notices from Federal, State and Local agencies

· Assist Payroll Management with quarterly and yearly audits performed by outside audit firms

· Prepare manual checks.

· Prepare journal entries to record labor & payroll related accruals

· Reconcile various payroll related accounts to general ledger; reconcile ADP system with general ledger system results of general ledger account reconciliations.

· Assist with mentoring and developing junior staff and ensures accuracy of work performed. This individual will also champion and promote continuous departmental improvement.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the basic knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· BS/BA Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred.

· ADP - experience required.

· 5+ years of progressive payroll experience processing mid/large sized payroll (>1,000 ee's) multi state.

· Knowledge and experience with federal, local and multi state payroll tax laws.

· Must be able to handle sensitive information confidentially.

· Solid understanding of tax-related compensation and fringe benefits compensation issues.

· Must be a team player

· Must be dependable and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

· Strong computer skills, including strength in Excel .

· Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

· Excellent analytical and communication skills

· CPP - Certified Payroll Professional (preferred)

Education

· BS/BA Degree in Accounting or Finance strongly preferred

Hologic is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disabled and veterans, (F/M/D/V)