• HR & Payroll Specialist

    Aston Carter (Brea, CA)


    Job Description: Payroll & HR SpecialistOverview

     

    We are seeking an experienced Payroll & HR Specialist to manage full-cycle payroll processing and support core HR functions. This role requires strong attention to detail, multi-state payroll expertise, and the ability to provide excellent service to employees and managers.

    Payroll Duties

    + Serve as the primary point of contact for all timesheet-related inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.

    + Monitor timesheets, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues with appropriate approvals to meet payroll deadlines.

    + Process biweekly payroll for 120+ exempt and non-exempt employees (majority in California) across multiple states.

    + Handle regular, off-cycle, and bonus payrolls, including manual checks for adjustments and final pay for terminations.

    + Ensure compliance with wage garnishments, tax withholdings, and benefit deductions.

    + Prepare and maintain payroll reports, including quarterly and year-end filings.

    + Participate in weekly team meetings to review issues, share feedback, and support continuous improvement.

    HR Duties

    + Administer employee benefits and respond to payroll/benefits-related inquiries.

    + Assist with onboarding and terminations to ensure smooth transitions.

    + Conduct salary and job description reviews.

    + Support employee relations issues related to payroll and benefits.

    + Coach managers and employees on payroll-related matters.

    + Plan and coordinate team events and holiday celebrations.

    Required Skills & Qualifications

    + 3–5 years of payroll experience, including full-cycle payroll processing.

    + 2+ years of experience using Ceridian Dayforce for payroll.

    + Strong HR knowledge: onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, salary adjustments.

    + Experience with wage garnishments and multi-state payroll.

    + Excellent organizational and communication skills.

    Preferred Skills

    + Payroll

    + Human Resources

    + Payroll Processing

    + Garnishments

    + Benefits Administration

    + Onboarding

    + Administrative Support

    Experience Level

    Intermediate — capable of independently managing payroll operations and supporting HR initiatives with accuracy and professionalism.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Brea, CA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $38.00/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 hybrid position in Brea,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 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.