Job Description
Job Title: Payroll Specialist (3 month contract)
Job Description Completes payroll processing and all aspects associated with it. Reviews, reconciles, audits, and balances payroll documents and files to ensure practices are following company policy as well as regulatory guidelines. Provides customer service for all employees and third-party vendors associated with all aspects of payroll. Assists with training staff on new procedures and systems and oversees the preparation of special payrolls.
Responsibilities - Perform tasks associated with payroll processing including procedures, auditing, reviewing, balancing, data entry, processing (calculating & confirming), reporting, and transmissions to vendors.
- Produce ad hoc reports for various departments for corporate requirements.
- Complete internal and external reporting to ensure customer needs and requirements are met.
- Perform weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual tax payments and filing with Federal, State, and local agencies.
- Maintain accurate record keeping and supporting spreadsheets and documents for all filings and payments.
- Administer and oversee all tasks associated with expatriate payroll processing and special payrolls.
- Ensure specific compliance requirements are administered timely including but not limited to: DOL, IRS, FLSA, Federal & State regulations, garnishments, levies, court orders, company policy, direct deposit, W-4, escheated property, Sarbanes-Oxley audit, internal procedures, and record retention.
- Provide customer support including training aspects of payroll.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills - Thorough knowledge of payroll practices including payroll rules, regulations, and payroll tax withholding laws.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interaction with a diverse group.
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and projects.
- Accurate data entry skills and strong math aptitude.
- Ability to isolate and resolve problems within fixed time frames in a fast-paced environment.
- Fluent in English and the primary language used in the area of responsibility and/or location.
Additional Skills & Qualifications - Minimum of three years of experience with in-house payroll processes, time and attendance experience, or a related field.
- Experience working in payroll/timekeeping software systems preferred.
Work Environment
Onsite work environment.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00
Requirements 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 Wauwatosa,WI.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Jan 10, 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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Aston Carter, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Are Embedded Into Our Culture Through
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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] for other accommodation options.
Job Tags
Contract work, Temporary work, Local area,