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Job Title: Payroll Specialist

Job Description

This role requires an understanding of payroll processes and tax regulations, along with exceptional organizational and time management skills. You will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of multi-state payroll for employees.

Responsibilities

+ Accurately process multi-state and union weekly payrolls.

+ Handle off-cycle payrolls and payroll adjustments as needed.

+ Process payroll for new hires, terminations, and payroll adjustments.

+ Calculate and distribute bonuses, commissions, and other special payments.

+ Track and deduct garnishments, tax levies, and other special payroll deductions.

+ Assist with reconciling payroll prior to transmission and validate reports.

+ Conduct regular account reconciliations to assure accuracy of records.

+ Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and irregularities in a timely manner.

+ Elevate more complex issues for resolution.

Essential Skills

+ 3-5 years of payroll or accounting experience.

+ Multi-state payroll experience required.

+ Proficiency with payroll software such as Coins, ADP, UKG, or In-House processing software.

+ Understanding of payroll practices, tax regulations, and wage and hour laws.

+ Prior experience with processing Union payrolls and Prevailing Wage and Certified payroll reports is a plus.

+ Degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience preferred.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data entry.

+ Experience with general ledger, reconciliation, payroll accounting, payroll tax, and reporting.

Work Environment

The role involves working with payroll software and requires proficiency in technology for efficient payroll processing. Employees are expected to adhere to a professional dress code while operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that values precision and timeliness.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 Carrollton,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 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.