Payroll Specialist at Aston Carter

Brea, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Feb, 26

Salary

38.0

Posted On

16 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll Processing, HR Knowledge, Onboarding, Offboarding, Benefits Administration, Administrative Support, Timesheet Management, Multi-state Payroll, Wage Garnishments, Employee Relations, Coaching, Team Collaboration, Ceridian, Dayforce, Problem Solving, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Job Title: HR - Payroll Specialist Job Description Join a dynamic HR team in a hybrid role where you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact in payroll processing and HR functions. This role is ideal for a proactive individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to grow within the payroll and HR field. Responsibilities Serve as the point of contact for all timesheet-related inquiries, assisting managers and employees to ensure timely and accurate submissions. Monitor timesheets to identify and resolve discrepancies, obtaining necessary approvals to meet payroll deadlines. Process biweekly payroll for over 120 exempt and non-exempt employees across multiple states, ensuring high accuracy. Handle regular, off-cycle, and bonus payrolls, including manual checks for adjustments and final pay for terminations. Ensure proper processing of 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. Administer benefits, assist with onboarding and terminations, and conduct salary and job description reviews. Answer employee questions about benefits and payroll discrepancies. Assist with employee relations situations surrounding payroll or benefits. Coach managers and employees on issues related to payroll. Plan team events and holiday parties. Essential Skills 2+ years of experience with Ceridian/Dayforce for payroll processing required. 3-5 years of experience in payroll. Comprehensive HR knowledge, including onboarding, offboarding, benefits, and salary adjustments. Experience in full cycle payroll processing and wage garnishments. Multi-state payroll processing experience. Additional Skills & Qualifications Proficiency in human resources, payroll processing, and benefits administration. Strong administrative support skills. Work Environment This hybrid role requires at least one day onsite, preferably more, with a mandatory presence on Tuesdays. Working hours are from 8 AM to 5 PM, with occasional flexibility needed for addressing employee questions and situations. The role involves direct interaction with the Director of HR and a Generalist, emphasizing a collaborative and innovative approach. The team values individuals who are comfortable thinking outside the box and suggesting new ideas. Dress code is business casual, and the work environment supports growth and development within the healthcare innovation sector. 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 21, 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

Responsibilities

The Payroll Specialist will process biweekly payroll for over 120 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with payroll deadlines. They will also serve as the point of contact for timesheet inquiries and assist with employee relations regarding payroll and benefits.