• Payroll Specialist

    Aston Carter (Vancouver, WA)


    Job Title: Payroll SpecialistJob Description

     

    We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Specialist to manage the bi-weekly payroll for over 275 employees across 7 divisions in multiple states. This role involves entering new hires, processing employee changes, and handling voluntary deductions in the payroll system. You will partner with another associate to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.

    Responsibilities

    + Prepare and process hourly and salaried bi-weekly payrolls.

    + Review computed wages and correct errors to ensure earnings accuracy.

    + Ensure all payroll changes are processed correctly.

    + Prepare and process garnishments and manual checks for terminations and discrepancies.

    + Check non-exempt personnel timesheets using electronic time and attendance software to ensure compliance with policy and regulatory requirements.

    + Calculate new hire pay, termination pay, and required adjustments.

    + Maintain accurate payroll records and employee files, including manual check logs and payroll account reconciliation.

    + Process stop payments or payroll adjustments.

    + Handle garnishments, deductions, and vacation/sick accruals.

    + Calculate bonuses and profit-sharing earnings as requested.

    + Ensure computing, withholding, and deductions are done correctly.

    + Manage the 401(k) plan by ensuring timely contributions to the 401(k) administrator.

    + Prepare various payroll and management reports, journal entries, workers' compensation, and reconcile quarterly payroll taxes.

    + Coordinate and administer benefits.

    Essential Skills

    + 3+ years of experience in multi-state payroll processing for both salaried and hourly employees.

    + Experience with ADP payroll systems.

    + Knowledge of wage and hour laws.

    + Experience processing garnishments, sick leave, benefits, 1095, W2 forms, etc.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with per diem pay calculations preferred.

    + Experience in 401(k) and profit-sharing administration preferred.

    Work Environment

    Our company has been a leader in providing biomass-fired energy systems, lumber dry kilns, and related services for over 50 years. We offer a collaborative work environment where you will be part of a team dedicated to providing complete services in design, engineering, manufacturing, installation, and on-site technical services. Enjoy benefits such as profit sharing, discretionary bonuses averaging 5-10% of your annual salary, and two weeks of paid vacation.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • 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)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Vancouver,WA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.