How much does a Payroll Manager make in Massachusetts? The average Payroll Manager salary in Massachusetts is $129,102 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $113,964 and $146,763. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Payroll Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Payroll Manager Salary $100,182 MA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Payroll Manager Salary $113,964 MA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Payroll Manager Salary $129,102 MA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Payroll Manager Salary $146,763 MA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Payroll Manager Salary $162,843 MA April 24, 2024
25% $113,964 10% $100,182 90% $162,843 75% $146,763 $129,102 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Payroll Manager need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Leadership: Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.

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General Ledger: Creating and keeping track of business transactions and activities to monitor financial operations.

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Auditing: Auditing refers to the independent examination of financial information of any entity whether profit oriented or not. It is a safeguard measure that prevents corruption.

Leadership 5.84%
General Ledger 2.3%
Auditing 1.25%
Others 90.61%

Job Description for Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager is responsible for managing payroll processing operations. Establishes policies and processes that ensure accurate calculation of wages, tax withholdings, and company deductions. Being a Payroll Manager interfaces between finance and human resource departments to provide accurate and useful information. Develops and produces payroll-related statistical reports. Additionally, Payroll Manager ensures accurate and on-time governmental reporting and compliance. Oversees the activities and training of both professionals and support staff. Directs the resolution of complex issues or errors. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Payroll Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Payroll Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Attleboro, MA Avg. Salary $124,474 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Barnstable, MA Avg. Salary $125,780 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Fitchburg, MA Avg. Salary $126,492 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Hyannis, MA Avg. Salary $125,305 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Leominster, MA Avg. Salary $124,949 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Malden, MA Avg. Salary $133,018 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Methuen, MA Avg. Salary $126,729 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Newton, MA Avg. Salary $133,018 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Revere, MA Avg. Salary $133,018 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Weymouth, MA Avg. Salary $129,577 Date Updated April 24, 2024

Career Path for Payroll Manager

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