Aston Carter · 16 hours ago
Payroll Specialist
Fife, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$32/hr - $35/hr
2+ years expAston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions, and they are seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and compliance. The role involves ensuring payroll accuracy, maintaining records, and collaborating with HR and Accounting.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesInformation Technology
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
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
Aston Carter is a staffing and recruiting company providing risk and compliance services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2011-01-31Acquired
Leadership Team
Juan Pablo McCausland-PHR, CDP
Human Resources Business Partner
Sherry Guevara
Regional Human Resources Partner-West Region
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