Job Title: Payroll Specialist

Job Description

As an Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for processing weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payrolls for assigned employees using ADP Workforce Now. You will ensure the accurate processing of all payroll aspects, maintain time and attendance records, handle payroll deductions, and manage compensation changes. Additionally, you will perform pre-processing and post-processing payroll reconciliation tasks and prepare necessary reports for month-end.

Responsibilities

Process weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payrolls using ADP Workforce Now.Maintain and process time and attendance records.Manage payroll deductions, compensation changes, overtime, and shift changes.Perform pre-processing and post-processing payroll reconciliation tasks.Prepare and provide required payroll and related reports for month-end.Respond to payroll inquiries from employees via tickets.Review and accurately complete periodic and year-end reporting information.Undertake additional tasks and projects as assigned.

Essential Skills

3 years of payroll processing experience.Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now & E-time.Experience processing payroll for 1000 employees.Knowledge of V & X Lookups.Understanding of multistate payroll, including termination pay.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Logical and methodical work manner with attention to detail and confidentiality.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Knowledge of payroll processing principles.Ability to interact effectively with various levels of management.Capability to work well under strict deadlines and in a high-volume environment.Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Work Environment

The Payroll Specialist will work in a collaborative office environment, typically on Thursdays and Fridays from 9 AM to 5 PM. The role involves being part of a 9 to 10 person payroll team, where teamwork and communication are key. This position requires multitasking and handling a high volume of work efficiently.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Hazlet, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.81 - $27.86/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Hazlet,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 2, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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