• Payroll Analyst

    Aston Carter (Seattle, WA)


    Job Description

    This role contributes to Starbucks' success by ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for partners. The Payroll Analyst will be responsible for preparing, validating, and inputting payroll data, while modeling and acting in accordance with Starbucks’ guiding principles.

    Team Culture & Environment

    + Embraces Starbucks culture of collaboration and support

    + Open and welcoming team dynamic

    + Encourages questions and continuous learning

    + Variety of tasks throughout the day

     

    Key Projects & Responsibilities

    Primary Project:

    Support day-to-day payroll operations to allow internal partners to focus on the Pay Mod Project.

    Daily Responsibilities Include:

    + Cycle processing (on/off cycle, separations)

    + Partner communication and guidance validation

    + Identifying process gaps and proposing improvements

    + Ensuring compliance and stakeholder alignment

    + Escalating concerns and applying payroll best practices

    + Supporting partner understanding of payroll processes

    + Identifying learning opportunities to enhance team expertise

    Team Interaction:

    Highly collaborative with cross-functional teams.

    Candidate Requirements

    Technology Skills:

    + Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required)

    + Smartsheets

    + SAP (preferred) or other HR software

    + SuccessFactors (preferred)

    Experience:

    + Minimum 2+ years of payroll experience

    + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

    + Excellent written and verbal communication

    + Experience with full-cycle payroll processing including time entry, separations, banking, garnishments, multi-state payroll, and bonuses

    + Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

    + Strong customer service orientation

    + Works well independently and in a team environment

    Nice-to-Haves:

    + Relevant certifications

    + Experience with Federal/State/Local or Provincial labor, payroll, garnishment, and tax law

    Disqualifiers:

    + Frequent job changes

    + Poorly formatted resumes or typos

    + No payroll background

    + Inability to manage multiple priorities

    + Not a cultural fit for Starbucks

    + Lack of full-cycle payroll experience

    Interview Process

    + Touchpoint Date: January 13, 2025

    + Potential Interview Dates: January 15, 2025

    + Interview Format:

    + Round 1: Conducted by 3 supervisors

    + Final Round: With team SMEs

    + Assessment Criteria:

    + Resume review

    + Behavioral interview questions

    + Evaluation of relevant experience

    + Interview Logistics:

    + Supplier to send Teams link to manager once time is confirmed in Fieldglass

    Success Indicators

    + Timely and accurate payroll processing

    + Effective communication and collaboration

    + Proactive problem-solving and process improvement

    + Positive feedback from internal stakeholders

    Compliance Notes

    + All activity must be logged in VMS in real time

    + Security IDs required upon submittal (MMDDSSSS format)

    + No sub-contracting allowed for non-IT roles unless pre-approved

    + Supplier MSA terms apply

    + Public posting of Starbucks-related information is strictly prohibited

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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 remote position.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 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.