Payroll Specialist jobs in United States
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Aston Carter · 1 day ago

Payroll Specialist

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions and is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a full-time, onsite position in Fife, WA. The role involves processing and reviewing weekly payroll for all employees, ensuring compliance with payroll laws, and collaborating with HR and Accounting to maintain payroll accuracy and records.

ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology
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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Ensure payroll accuracy by verifying hours, earnings, deductions, bonuses, and adjustments
Manage payroll compliance with a strong understanding of Washington wage and hour laws, overtime rules, and state/local tax regulations
Assist with payroll processing in other divisions by having knowledge of California laws and regulations, though not required
Maintain payroll records and ensure timely updates to employee data, tax information, and direct deposits
Collaborate with HR and Accounting to reconcile payroll data, benefit deductions, and general ledger entries
Respond promptly to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality
Support quarterly and year-end activities including W-2s, tax filings, and audits
Stay current with payroll-related laws and ADP system enhancements to ensure continued compliance and efficiency
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

ADP Workforce NowPayroll processing experiencePayroll laws complianceMicrosoft ExcelAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

2-3+ years of payroll processing experience in a manufacturing or similar environment
Strong proficiency with ADP (Workforce Now preferred)
Experience processing payroll following Washington laws and regulations
In-depth knowledge of payroll laws, wage and hour compliance, and tax regulations
Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple deadlines, and maintain accuracy under pressure
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable working with large data sets
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to confidentiality

Preferred

Knowledge of California laws and regulations is preferred
Experience with Excel pivot tables, PowerBi, and payroll software is advantageous
Experience in payroll accounting and data entry

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Company

Aston Carter

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Aston Carter is a staffing and recruiting company providing risk and compliance services.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2011-01-31Acquired

Leadership Team

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Juan Pablo McCausland-PHR, CDP
Human Resources Business Partner
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Sherry Guevara
Regional Human Resources Partner-West Region
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