Payroll Associate

Aston Carter•Tinley Park, IL

9d•$25 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

Aston Carter is seeking a Payroll Associate to process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees. This role involves reviewing timekeeping records and payroll data for accuracy and completeness, utilizing ADP Vantage to maintain employee payroll records and process transactions. The associate will research and resolve payroll discrepancies, timecard exceptions, and employee inquiries, as well as process employee deductions, garnishments, direct deposits, and tax updates. Additionally, the position supports payroll audits, reconciliations, and year-end reporting activities, and partners with HR to ensure accurate reflection of employee data changes in payroll. Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive payroll and employee information, supporting compliance with payroll regulations, and recommending process improvements are key aspects of this role.

Requirements

Experience using ADP Vantage is required.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
0-5 years of payroll experience.

Responsibilities

Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
Review timekeeping records and payroll data for accuracy and completeness.
Utilize ADP Vantage to maintain employee payroll records and process payroll transactions.
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, timecard exceptions, and employee inquiries.
Process employee deductions, garnishments, direct deposits, and tax updates.
Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations, and year-end reporting activities.
Partner with HR to ensure employee data changes are accurately reflected in payroll.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll and employee information.
Support compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
Recommend process improvements that increase payroll accuracy and efficiency.