Job Title: Payroll Accountant

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and professional Payroll Accountant to join our team on a temporary basis. This role is responsible for performing account reconciliations, supporting month-end close processes, and handling payroll-related tasks for approximately 850 employees. The ideal candidate will have experience with Workday Payroll ERP systems and a strong experience in payroll accounting.

Responsibilities

Perform account reconciliations.Support month-end close processes.Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger.Generate and format payroll reports required for payroll processing before the pay period and submission deadline.Ensure accurate deduction and payroll tax calculations.Complete other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

Minimum of 2 years of payroll accounting experience.Proficiency in payroll reconciliation.Experience with journal entries and general ledger posting.Month-end close experience.Ability to process payroll for 850 employees.Proficiency in Workday Payroll ERP system.Skill in handling benefit, garnishment, and tax deductions.Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with cloud-based payroll systems, particularly Workday.Strong customer service skills, especially in handling difficult situations.Bachelor’s degree in accounting is preferred.Familiarity with Oracle ERP.Previous government work experience is a plus.

Work Environment

This position offers a hybrid work environment, requiring one day a week in the office after the initial week of training. The work schedule is flexible, with hours from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday, and an earliest start time of 7 AM or latest start time of 8:30 AM. The team is small, consisting of two members including the manager, and is responsible for processing payroll for 850 employees. The culture is team-oriented and supportive, with a high level of direct communication. Dress code is professional attire.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.55 - $42.08/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 Portland,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 26, 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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