Payroll Specialist (Part Time)

Job Description

Job Description

Description

This part-time Payroll Specialist will manage end-to-end payroll execution and related accounting entries for a professional services organization. The role is responsible for processing three payrolls per month across two different outsourced payroll platforms and ensuring accurate recording of payroll transactions in the company’s accounting system. Key responsibilities include running a monthly payroll for approximately 42 employees using ArmHR, processing two semi-monthly payrolls for a single employee using ADP Canada, and posting all payroll-related journal entries into Ajera. The specialist will work within defined payroll windows each month and provide ongoing payroll support, record keeping, and assistance with payroll-related initiatives. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and comfort managing payroll across multiple systems with varying schedules.

Skills

Payroll processing, multi-platform payroll, payroll journal entries, ArmHR, ADP (Canada), Ajera, Accounting Entries, payroll compliance, benefits deductions, payroll reconsilliations, month end close support, process improvement

Top Skills Details

Payroll processing,multi-platform payroll,payroll journal entries,ArmHR,ADP (Canada),Ajera,Accounting Entries

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Strong attention to detail and data accuracy - Ability to work independently with minimal oversight - Clear documentation and record-keeping skills - Experience supporting payroll audits or inquiries (nice to have)

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

This is a Contract position based out of New York, NY.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 1, 2026.

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® Platinum Award 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.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.