Human Resources Manager, Systems, Payroll, & Operations

Human Resources Manager (Hybrid – Boston, MA)

Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid – 3 days in office)

Pay: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Job description:

We are a well-established professional services firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality solutions and exceptional client service. With a collaborative culture and a commitment to excellence, we partner with clients to navigate complex challenges and drive meaningful results.

HR Systems, Payroll & Operations Manager

Boston, MA | Hybrid – 3 Days In-Office

Compensation

• Base Salary: $110,000 – $130,000
• Bonus: based on individual and company performance
• Perks: Free parking

Overview

We are partnering with a well-established organization in Boston to identify a HR Systems, Payroll & Human Reources Manager. This is a highly visible, hands-on role offering the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership while driving key HR operational functions.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys combining HR operations, systems, data analytics, and process improvement to make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations & Payroll

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness
• Partner with internal teams and external vendors to support payroll operations
• Troubleshoot and resolve payroll and system-related issues

HR Systems (HRIS) & Reporting

• Own and enhance HRIS functionality and data integrity
• Design and build dashboards and reporting for senior leadership
• Generate complex data reports to support strategic decision-making
• Serve as a subject matter expert for HR systems, reporting, and analytics

Compensation

• Support annual compensation planning and review cycles
• Assist with benchmarking, surveys, and maintaining competitive salary structures
• Provide insights and guidance on compensation-related matters

Process Improvement & Collaboration

• Drive continuous improvement across HR processes and systems
• Partner with HR leadership and cross-functional teams
• Deliver high-quality HR services across a multi-entity environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HR Operations, including payroll and HRIS
• Strong HRIS and data analytics skills, including dashboard creation and reporting for senior leadership
• Advanced Excel skills and high comfort working with data
• Experience with systems such as UKG (UltiPro), Workday, or similar preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and customer service mindset

Why This Role

• High-impact role with direct exposure to senior leadership
• Opportunity to own HR systems and drive data-driven decision-making
• Strong mix of hands-on work and strategic influence
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on growth and improvement
• Rare perk: free parking

Work Location: In person