Payroll Specialist

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Payroll Specialist Job Description As a Payroll Specialist, you will process bi-weekly payroll for 2,000 employees, ensuring full compliance with federal and state tax regulations. You will also manage manual payroll checks, direct deposits, and handle voiding and reversing of issued checks. Your responsibilities will include collecting banking information for direct deposit setups, maintaining comprehensive payroll records, reconciling and preparing Union deduction payments, and addressing employee inquiries regarding payroll concerns. Responsibilities Process bi-weekly payroll for 2,000 employees. Understand and apply federal and state tax calculations. Prepare and submit manual payroll checks and direct deposits. Void and reverse issued checks as necessary. Collect banking information for direct deposit setup. Maintain and document all payroll records accurately. Reconcile and prepare Union deduction payments. Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues. Process withholding orders in accordance with Federal and State laws. Essential Skills 2+ years of experience in payroll processing. Experience handling payroll for 500+ employees. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Data entry skills. Experience with Workday. Basic understanding of garnishments. Must have experience processing in-house payroll. Additional Skills & Qualifications English/Spanish bilingual is a plus. Experience with manual payroll systems including timecards and bonuses. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Advanced user of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Attention to detail with strong analytical and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a dynamic environment. Self-motivated with problem-solving abilities. Work Environment You will be part of a 50-member accounting department, including a payroll team of seven. The company offers a flexible start time between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM, as long as you maintain a consistent schedule and complete a full 8-hour workday. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bethesda, MD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.04 - $31.25/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 Bethesda,MD.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 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 for other accommodation options.