Payroll Manager

Location: Fontana, CA

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled payroll professional to step into a leadership role and make a meaningful impact. We’re looking for a Payroll Manager who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys improving processes, and is passionate about delivering accurate, timely payroll for a growing organization. If you’re someone who loves both hands‑on work and guiding a team, this role offers the perfect blend.

What You’ll DoOversee and manage full‑cycle payroll processing for all employees.Ensure payroll is completed accurately, on schedule, and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.Lead, mentor, and support payroll staff, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing team environment.Maintain and optimize payroll workflows, identifying opportunities for efficiency and accuracy.Partner with HR, Finance, and leadership to resolve payroll issues and support business initiatives.Prepare payroll reports, audits, and reconciliations as needed.Stay current on payroll laws, tax updates, and best practices.What You Bring5+ years of full‑cycle payroll processing experience.2+ years of supervisory or management experience leading payroll or related teams.ADP Workforce Now experience is required — strong proficiency is essential.Solid understanding of payroll regulations, tax requirements, and compliance standards.Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.Ability to communicate clearly and build strong cross‑functional relationships.A proactive mindset with a passion for improving processes and supporting team success.Why You’ll Love Working HereA supportive, people‑first culture that values your expertise.Opportunities to lead, innovate, and shape payroll operations.Competitive compensation and benefits.A collaborative environment where your ideas are heard and appreciated.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fontana, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $52.88/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 fully onsite position in Fontana,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 14, 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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