Payroll Specialist

Aston Carter - Columbus, OH

Full-time

Columbus, OH

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Payroll Specialist position at Aston Carter is a key role within the accounting team, responsible for preparing and processing payroll for over 1,000 team members. This role involves collaboration with various functional areas, including HR, IT, and Operations, to ensure efficient payroll support and compliance with tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Sr. Payroll Accountant in processing and supporting the Payroll and Time Tracking systems.
• Responsible for payroll preparation/processing, tax reporting, and payroll systems maintenance.
• Process bi-weekly US payroll.
• Process weekly international consultant workforce pay.
• Produce and distribute payroll and overtime reporting as needed by cross-functional teams.
• Identify opportunities for payroll process improvements.
• Audit, preview, and post payroll reports, including adding and closing tax jurisdictions.
• Assist with year-end payroll processing duties to ensure accurate and timely W2s.
• Maintain supporting documentation of all payrolls.
• Help enforce and refine payroll standards, policies, practices, and procedures.
• Work alongside the Sr. Payroll Accountant on payroll and accounting initiatives to enhance organizational efficiency and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Degree with a major in Accounting or Business preferred
• 2-3 years of experience processing payroll
• Multi-state, federal, and local tax experience required
• Payroll tax processing experience required
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Nice-to-haves

• Proven ability to work productively, efficiently, confidentially, and effectively under a tight timeline
• Ability to assess a sense of urgency and prioritization of work
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to seek resources as needed
• Proven customer service skills while maintaining a confidential work environment
• Strong demonstration of business ethics and integrity