Payroll Administrator - Aston Carter

Job Title: Payroll Administrator Specific responsibilities include: - Assist in the preparation and administration of payroll for all employees, ensuring timely and accurate disbursement of wages. - Input and maintain employee information in the HRIS system, including government forms, employee addresses, direct deposit information, and earning or deduction adjustments. - Collect, verify, and process timesheets, time off, and leave requests to ensure accurate payroll calculations. - Support the administration of employee benefits, including enrollments, changes, and terminations in regard to payroll. - Help ensure compliance with federal and state payroll regulations, company policies, and labor laws by maintaining registrations in all jurisdictions and researching tax discrepancies. - Generate and review payroll reports, assist with audits, and provide necessary documentation to internal stakeholders and external auditors. - Address payroll inquiries from employees and resolve pay discrepancies in a professional manner. - Collaborate with HR and finance teams to streamline payroll processes and enhance operational efficiency. - Document payroll processes effectively and make updates to documentation as needed. Hard Skills + Payroll administration + HRIS system management + Timesheet processing + Payroll compliance + Report generation and review Soft Skills + Eagerness to learn + Process improvement mindset + Professional communication + Collaboration + Self-starter + Initiative Job Type This is a contract position with a duration of 6 Month(s). Opportunity for extension and conversion to FTE with good performance. Work Site This is a hybrid position requiring two days on-site in Seattle, Washington and some days remote. Work Environment Collaborative work environment with a startup atmosphere. The role involves working within ambiguity and requires a self-starter who can handle interactions with analytical individuals such as Scientists and Research Associates. 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. This temporary role may be eligible for the following: - Medical, dental & vision - 401(k)/Roth - Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D) - Short and long-term disability - Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.