Job Title: Payroll AnalystJob Description Analyze payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Conduct regular payroll audits to identify and resolve discrepancies. Maintain and update payroll records, including employee information, deductions, and benefits. Prepare and submit detailed payroll reports to management and relevant authorities. Reconcile payroll accounts and ensure accurate financial reporting. Assist with the preparation of year-end tax documents, such as W-2s and 1099s. Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and deductions. Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to ensure seamless payroll operations. Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance. Participate in payroll system upgrades and implementations. Responsibilities + Analyze payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and legal requirements. + Conduct regular payroll audits to identify and resolve discrepancies. + Maintain and update payroll records, including employee information, deductions, and benefits. + Prepare and submit detailed payroll reports to management and relevant authorities. + Reconcile payroll accounts and ensure accurate financial reporting. + Assist with the preparation of year-end tax documents, such as W-2s and 1099s. + Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and deductions. + Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to ensure seamless payroll operations. + Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance. + Participate in payroll system upgrades and implementations. Essential Skills + Payroll analysis + Payroll audit + Excel proficiency + Payroll processing + 2+ years of payroll processing experience + Analytical experience Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's Degree preferred, Associates Degree accepted Work Environment Hybrid work environment with 2 days on-site (Thursday is mandatory) and 3 days remote. 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. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people 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.