This organization is looking for its next Payroll Specialist and offers a stable and rewarding work environment where employees are respected, supported, and encouraged to grow professionally. With a long-standing reputation in its industry, the company values quality, precision, and teamwork, work for this company to contribute to meaningful projects that make a real impact. Whether you're looking to advance your career or join a team that takes pride in its work, this is a place where your skills and dedication will be recognized and appreciated.

Qualifications

1+ year of experience in payroll processing

Experience with Paycom, Kronos, or any other payroll processing system

Experience processing payroll for 200+ employees

Union experience nice to have!

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing payrolls, managing employee payroll records, and ensuring compliance with federal and state payroll laws.

Responsibilities include:

Process weekly and/or biweekly payroll runs in coordination with the HR Department, Supervisors, and Paycom.Handle payroll processing for biweekly salary and hourly employees, up to 200+ individuals.Utilize Kronos timecard system to pull reports, identify discrepancies, and communicate with employees or managers.Interpret and process new employee payroll records and update existing records related to pay rates, vacations, and leaves.Input pay program updates and deduction amounts according to state laws and HR directives.Monitor state laws for changes and set up new state classifications as needed.Prepare and track reports for Union Dues payments, 401K reporting, and labor distribution.Sort and distribute paychecks and prepare check requests for payroll-related items.Process special checks outside of biweekly runs, making necessary edits and adjustments.Prepare reports for Journal Entries and monthly accruals related to payroll general ledger accounts.Maintain payroll-related general ledger accounts and perform monthly reconciliations.Report wage and tax information to Corporate on an individual payroll basis.Prepare routine reports and payments to government agencies and insurance companies.Review time sheets, deductions, wages, and address discrepancies.Understand wage and hour laws and field related questions.

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
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 onsite position in Los Alamitos,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 19, 2025.

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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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