Payroll and Accounting Specialist

Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts

Job Description

For over 100 years, Girl Scouts has empowered girls to lead, break barriers, and create positive change. At Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts (GSEMA), we foster a powerful all-girl space that values collaboration over competition, inspiring girls to turn their dreams into reality.

Reporting to the Finance Controller, the Payroll and Accounting Specialist at Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, based in Andover, MA, is a full-time, non-exempt role focused on processing bi-weekly payroll in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy in pay, withholding taxes, and deductions. Additional responsibilities include reviewing payroll related tax and deduction reports, maintaining payroll records, payroll related accounting entries, and preparing management reports. Financial department duties will include accounting, performing financial analyses, and supporting audits for Worker’s Comp, 403B, and Fiscal Year-End, all while ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards.

This position will have a hybrid work arrangement with work from home 2 days per week; 3 days per week in GSEMA’s Andover, MA office; occasional work days in GSEMA’s Waltham office, or as directed.

Explore the Key Responsibilities:

  • Process and validate bi-weekly payroll using ADP WorkforceNow.
  • Handle payroll inquiries and resolve issues for employees.
  • Ensure compliance with payroll tax filings and reporting.
  • Provide back up support for daily accounting tasks (e.g. accounts payable, general ledger).
  • Reconcile general ledger accounts and maintain accurate financial records.
  • Assist in preparing for audits and maintaining compliance with financial policies.

Essential Skills and Experience:

  • Five years of payroll experience; familiarity with ADP Workforce Now is highly desired.
  • At least two years of accounting experience; college-level accounting courses are a plus. 
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word); experience with Bill.com is ideal
  • Self-motivated with a willingness to learn new skills, processes and software.
  • High attention to detail, demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both orally and written. 
  • Capable of planning, organizing, and prioritizing work independently and collaboratively, while managing competing priorities
  • Effective problem-solving skills. 

Join Us in Making a Difference!

At Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts, we are strive to create transformative learning experiences and leadership opportunities for our youth members. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and racial justice (DEI/RJ) are woven tightly into our mission of supporting and nurturing girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.  We believe in fostering a culture that celebrates differences, promotes unity, and creates growth opportunities for our employees. Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Read more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Racial Justice!

We Offer Amazing Benefits:

  • Work-Life Harmony: Generous paid time-off benefits, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • We've Got You Covered:  Full medical and dental benefits, plus no-cost group life insurance, disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program.
  • Investment in Your Future: Plan for your retirement with 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan. We also support your career growth with paid time for training and other development opportunities.
  • Special Girl Scout Perks: Take advantage of discounts on Girl Scout merchandise at the Council Shop. Eligible family members can enjoy discounted rates for up to two (2) weeks at GSEMA summer camps. Experience the outdoors and connect with the Girl Scout spirit through outdoor activities and staff camp days.

Explore more about these benefits and join us in shaping a brighter future at GSEMA. Visit our careers page at GSEMA Careers.

Go For It
Research shows that women and members of historically marginalized groups do not apply to jobs where they feel they don’t hit 100% of the requirements. If this is how you feel after reading through this posting, we encourage you to apply anyway!

This position requires successful completion of background checks and a current Girl Scout membership.