Payroll Specialist: We’re looking for a detail-oriented, analytical Payroll Specialist to join our laid-back yet hardworking team. This role goes beyond standard payroll processing—you’ll dive into data, validate reports, and ensure accuracy through reconciliation and problem-solving. If you love working in Excel and have a knack for spotting discrepancies, apply now! Qualifications: Associates degree required 2+ years of full-cycle payroll processing experience Experience processing multi-state and minimum 300+ employees Advanced Excel knowledge with pivot tables and VLOOKUPS What You’ll Do: + Process bi-weekly payroll for 300+ multi-state employees using UKG/UltiPro. + Pull and validate payroll reports—manually recreate reports in Excel to confirm accuracy. + Perform payroll reconciliations and assist with journal entries (training provided). + Manage Time & Attendance and maintain precise payroll records. + Research and resolve payroll inquiries with a customer service mindset. + Support audits for retirement plans and workers’ compensation. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Downey, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $33.65/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 Downey,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 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. 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 (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.