Senior Payroll Specialist

About the role

We take play seriously. We're looking for curious adventurers ready to find their party, fueled by imagination and drive to build what's never been built before. At Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast, you'll collaborate with passionate teams to reimagine our iconic brands and create experiences that spark joy, connection, and community through the magic of play. This is your chance to shape legendary play that lasts a lifetime.

Job Overview

Are you ready to take ownership, problem solve and keep our payroll operations running with precision? We have an opportunity for a Senior Payroll Specialist to join our team!

Reporting to the Director, Global Payroll, the Sr Payroll Specialist is responsible for executing accurate and compliant payrolls across multiple jurisdictions. The role requires strong analytical skills, technical understanding of payroll systems (ADP, SAP), and a focus on continuous improvement. This position ensures payroll accuracy, compliance with regulations, and seamless employee experience, supporting Hasbro's global payroll transformation objectives. The role acts as a bridge between operations and management, collaborating closely with payroll team members and driving continuous process improvement.

This role will co-manage 5 pay groups (2 biweekly hourly, 2 biweekly salary, and 1 monthly) in ADP Vantage, & eTime, while supporting the implementation of ADP GlobalView and Workforce Manager. This is a critical, high-visibility role, and we are seeking the best candidate to bring their expertise of payroll, tax, compliance, and innovative, tech-driven payroll processes.

Location and Work Arrangement

This role is based at our Boston, MA, United States office and follows a hybrid schedule designed to support in-person collaboration. Employees are expected to work onsite on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with the flexibility to work remotely or onsite on Mondays and Fridays.

What You'll Do

• Manage multi-state processing and reporting, including state tax registrations, withholding accounts, and unemployment accounts.
• Maintain payroll system accuracy, including earnings codes, deductions, tax configurations, and pay rules.
• Process and validate payroll results, balancing gross-to-net calculations, reconciliations, and audit trails.
• Review and analyze employee master data, time and attendance, and variable pay inputs for correctness.
• Reconcile payroll results, support general ledger accuracy, and identify discrepancies.
• Support payroll close, tax filings, and year-end reporting.
• Manage payroll inquiries through effective communication and resolution.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HRIS, HR Operations, and Finance to maintain data accuracy.
• Serve as an SME for system functionality, upgrades, and cross-functional process enhancements.
• Develop, maintain, and implement policies and standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with internal controls.
• Lead payroll audits and internal control testing, ensuring compliance with SOX requirements.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPP designation with PayrollOrg highly preferred.
• 7+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience.
• Strong experience with multi-state payroll and complex tax scenarios.
• Proficiency with ADP or SAP payroll systems highly preferred.
• Experience supporting payroll system conversions or HCM implementations.
• Experience supporting SOX, financial, and compliance audits, as well as 401(k) plans.
• Strong preference for experience at a publicly traded company.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint); strong Excel skills required, with the ability to produce clear, auditable data.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated success in assessing, redesigning, and automating manual processes using RPA, bots, and other process-improvement technologies to achieve greater efficiency and accuracy.

Pay Range $75,100 - $112,700 USD

Employees may be eligible for annual and long-term incentives as part of their overall compensation package, depending on role, location, and eligibility. Benefits and programs may include:

• Health & Wellness
• Time Off to Recharge
• Financial Well-being
• Life & Family Support
• Volunteer and Community Initiatives
• Learning & Development
• Exclusive Perks

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