Payroll Specialist

Aston Carter

3d•$33 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for accurately and timely processing weekly and biweekly payroll for approximately 200 employees at a manufacturing facility. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations and serves as a key partner to HR, Finance, and Operations. The Payroll Specialist will use Workday Payroll as the primary system of record and will support hourly and salaried populations, including shift differentials, overtime, and production-related pay elements.

Requirements

2+ years of payroll processing experience
Hands-on experience processing weekly and biweekly payroll
Workday Payroll experience (core payroll and time integration)
Strong knowledge of wage and hour laws, overtime rules, and payroll compliance
High attention to detail and demonstrated accuracy
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables preferred)

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting a workforce of 150+ employees
Exposure to union payroll or collective bargaining agreements
Experience partnering with time and attendance systems integrated to Workday
Manufacturing environment experience with shift work and premiums

Responsibilities

Process weekly and biweekly payroll for union and non-union employees in a manufacturing environment
Maintain and audit employee payroll data in Workday, including new hires, terminations, job changes, and pay adjustments
Review and validate timekeeping data, including: Overtime
Shift premiums and differentials
Attendance and production-based pay elements
Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with:
FLSA and applicable wage and hour laws
Federal, state, and local tax requirements
Garnishments, child support, and levies
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner
Partner with HR on benefits deductions, leave of absence impacts, and employee data changes
Coordinate payroll-related audits and provide support during internal and external reviews
Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and journal entries for Finance
Support year-end activities including W-2 processing and audits
Maintain payroll documentation and ensure data confidentiality
Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline payroll processes within Workday