For immediate consideration, please email your resume and interview availability to (sanmalik@actalentservices.com) ASAP today or tomorrow. I am conducting interviews this week and looking to hire immediately.Job Title: HR Specialist - 100% Remote RoleJob Description

Under moderate supervision, the HR Specialist will provide essential administrative support within the HR department, focusing on onboarding, off-boarding, and new hire orientation. The role involves processing various employment-related paperwork, maintaining personnel files, and handling confidential employee and payroll information. Additionally, the HR Specialist will generate reports from the HRIS database, offer customer service, and serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures.

ResponsibilitiesProvide administrative support to HR functions such as onboarding, off-boarding, and new hire orientationProcess employee status changes, database updates, pay changes, and other confidential employee dataOrganize, maintain, and update personnel files and ensure electronic file keepingHandle confidential employee and payroll information with the utmost confidentialityPrepare standard reports and fulfill special information requests using strong Excel and reporting skillsGenerate and develop standard reports from HRIS database while ensuring confidentialityProvide customer service and respond to routine HR policy and procedure inquiriesCounsel employees to resolve HR or payroll data issues as neededManage unemployment insurance notificationsMaintain knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and regulations and provide guidanceAssist with new hire orientation, terminations, and related documentationConduct exit interviews, prepare monthly exit reports, and review findings with leadershipSupport immigration processes for new hires and international employee transfersConduct periodic I-9 audits to ensure compliance and valid work authorizationAssist with HR projects as assigned by HR managementEnsure confidentiality and security of records and informationPerform additional duties as requiredEssential SkillsHuman ResourcesEmployee RelationsExit InterviewsHR AdministrationWorkdayOnboardingData EntryAdditional Skills & QualificationsStrong Excel and reporting capabilitiesAbility to generate queries and ad-hoc reportsWork Environment

This role offers a remote/hybrid work environment, requiring only 6 days per month in the office and you can pick the days. The standard office setting provides a professional environment for collaboration and productivity. Occasional overtime may be required depending on workload demands, sometimes on short notice.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 Union,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 31, 2026.

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\nAbout Aston Carter\n\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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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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