Payroll Services Specialist
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Services Specialist to manage payroll processing and related audits for an assigned book of business, which includes one larger account and several smaller accounts. This role requires handling payroll processing on a weekly cadence, specifically on Tuesdays and Wednesdays with a midday cutoff.
Responsibilities
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Process weekly payroll for assigned accounts, ensuring all deadlines are met.
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Pull payroll/time reports and perform reconciliations and payroll audits.
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Run time uploads, validate timecard data, and support BMS/timecard processes for the RIQ Via account.
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Process payroll adjustments, corrections, and off-cycle needs as required.
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Complete weekly new starts and collaborate with internal teams such as Employee Relations and Onboarding/HR partners.
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Provide timely internal communication, responses, and issue resolution related to payroll.
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Maintain day-to-day account ownership and support for payroll accounts within the assigned book of business.
Essential Skills
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Experience in payroll processing and data entry.
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Strong attention to detail and comfort working with numbers.
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Auditing experience or a strong understanding of audit processes/controls in a payroll or high-volume, detail-oriented environment.
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Ability to learn quickly and ramp with limited training.
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data review and reconciliation.
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Ability to work with firm deadlines, including a midday payroll cutoff.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
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Preferred experience in payroll processing.
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Experience supporting BMS accounts and pulling/validating timecards.
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Intermediate-to-advanced Excel skills, such as pivot tables; macros are a plus.
Work Environment
This position is 100% remote, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work from home. The work schedule is from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST, including a one-hour break. Employees can be located in either the EST or CST time zone. While office proximity is not required, optional in-person training and team events may be available if you are local. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain additional payroll experience while enjoying the benefits of remote work.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Troy, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $19.00/hr.
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 remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 13, 2026.
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.
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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