How much does a Payroll Administrator I make in Massachusetts? The average Payroll Administrator I salary in Massachusetts is $68,345 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $60,750 and $76,762. 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 Administrator I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Payroll Administrator I Salary $53,836 MA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Payroll Administrator I Salary $60,750 MA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Payroll Administrator I Salary $68,345 MA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Payroll Administrator I Salary $76,762 MA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Payroll Administrator I Salary $84,425 MA February 26, 2024
25% $60,750 10% $53,836 90% $84,425 75% $76,762 $68,345 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Payroll Administrator I 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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Customer Service: Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.

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

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Life Insurance: Life Insurance can be defined as a contract between an insurance policy holder and an insurance company, where the insurer promises to pay a sum of money in exchange for a premium, upon the death of an insured person or after a set period

Customer Service 5.53%
General Ledger 2.13%
Life Insurance 1.07%
Others 91.27%

Job Description for Payroll Administrator I

Payroll Administrator I is responsible for the accurate preparation, documentation, distribution and reconciliation of payroll and the administration of the payroll system. Reviews the computation of pay and associated deductions for accuracy. Being a Payroll Administrator I maintains up-to-date knowledge of city, state, provincial, local, and federal legislation affecting payroll; understands and follows applicable provisions. Prepares required tax filings and other reporting. Additionally, Payroll Administrator I may coordinate payroll processing with an outside service provider. Responds to and resolves any inquiries regarding paychecks or payroll reporting. Ensures payroll issues are escalated and resolved promptly. May require an associate degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Payroll Administrator I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Payroll Administrator I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Attleboro, MA Avg. Salary $66,127 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Barnstable, MA Avg. Salary $66,839 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Fitchburg, MA Avg. Salary $66,954 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Hyannis, MA Avg. Salary $66,608 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Leominster, MA Avg. Salary $66,125 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Malden, MA Avg. Salary $70,756 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Methuen, MA Avg. Salary $67,070 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Newton, MA Avg. Salary $70,756 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Revere, MA Avg. Salary $70,756 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Weymouth, MA Avg. Salary $68,577 Date Updated February 26, 2024

Career Path for Payroll Administrator I

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For Payroll Administrator I, the upper level is Payroll Administrator II and then progresses to Payroll Administrator IV.

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