Payroll Specialist (Westford, MA)

Payroll Specialist

At NETSCOUT, we are an elite force of trailblazers, innovators, and problem solvers. We protect the connected world from cyberattacks and performance and availability disruptions through our unique visibility platform and solutions powered by pioneering deep packet inspection at scale technology.

We are Guardians of the Connected World. We are looking for exceptional talent to join our team.

About NETSCOUT

NETSCOUT has been helping the world's largest organizations solve their most complex digital challenges for more than 40 years.

NETSCOUT unlocks insight at unequaled scale, from every data packet to the broadest view of global internet traffic, so the world's essential organizations can solve problems faster, constantly transform their digital ecosystems, secure what matters - and stay unstoppable for a world that relies on them every second.

Responsibilities:

• Collect employee and payroll data from HR via Employee Change Notifications (promotions, transfers, terminations, new hires, commissions, bonuses, overtime, holiday balances etc.)
• Complete the payroll information onto Specific Excel Templates, upload files (where applicable) and submit all other necessary information to the in-country Payroll providers for payroll processing
• Review the Preliminary Payroll Reports from the Payroll Providers (pay variance, ESPP, HAS, garnishment, severance, bonus, etc.)
• Collect Final Reports and follow up on 3^rd party payments to the local Tax & Social Security Authorities, Pension Funds, Insurance providers, etc.
• Review and address error reports from payroll provide
• Manage Payroll Mailbox - forward employee queries to payroll provider, address inquiries from internal stakeholders, payroll provider or government agencies promptly
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, relevant industry regulations, tax, and deduction laws.
• Preparing payroll reports for management and auditing purposes.
• Prepare payroll journal entries and reconciliations

Basic Qualifications/Skills:

• Degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Experience in managing outsourced payroll administration
• Proficient in ADP related applications such as Vantage, Time and Attendance, Time Bank, Smart Compliance, etc.
• General knowledge of accounting practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Outlook and Excel. Ability to perform v-lookups and pivot tables.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Organizational and time management skills; adhere to strict Deadlines
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, GDPR
• Ability to maintain Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualification/Skills:

• Proficient in both payroll processing and managing outsourced payroll
• Experience in managing multiple payrolls on a weekly basis
• Experience in converting manual inputs into upload templates for payroll processing

Location: Onsite in Westford, MA

Working at NETSCOUT

At NETSCOUT, our vision is to create a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. As a global company we strive to build a workforce comprised of talented individuals with a wide range of perspectives and backgrounds. We also know that life at NETSCOUT is not just about what you will contribute, but what we will give back to you. Besides the promise of interesting work in an exciting and ever-growing industry, NETSCOUT is committed to giving you opportunities to continue to learn and grow. Employees are eligible for a variety of professional development opportunities to help them advance their skills and career. We have heavily invested in our individual, management, and leadership training and development programs. We offer a compensation package that includes the following benefits:

• Generous vacation package
• Equity
• Matching 401k plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Attractive medical and dental coverage options
• Domestic partner benefits
• Health and Dependent Care spending accounts and Health Savings Account options
• Life and Disability Benefits
• Volunteer Time Off, Matching Charitable Gifts

NetScout Systems, Inc. is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer.