Garnishment Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Garnishment Specialist

Job Description

This role focuses on managing and processing employee garnishment orders accurately and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. You will collaborate closely with payroll, accounting, and external stakeholders to ensure timely withholdings, proper documentation, and clear communication, while contributing to process improvements and a strong culture of trust and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Review, interpret, and process garnishment orders, including wage attachments, bank levies, and other court-ordered financial obligations.
• Calculate and set up accurate garnishment withholdings in the payroll system in accordance with legal requirements and company policies.
• Interact with creditors, attorneys, and employees to gather necessary documentation and clarify garnishment details.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to garnishment orders, payments, and employee records in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all garnishment activities to meet regulatory and audit requirements.
• Prepare and provide reports on garnishment activities to internal stakeholders and external agencies as needed.
• Collaborate with payroll and accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of garnishment withholdings each pay cycle.
• Monitor changes in garnishment laws and regulations and adjust processes to maintain ongoing compliance.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, and compliance in garnishment processing.
• Support payroll team initiatives and assist with related tasks as needed to ensure smooth payroll operations.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with accounting and payroll processes, particularly related to garnishments.
• Proficiency in processing garnishments, including wage attachments, bank levies, and other court-ordered deductions.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills for tracking, analyzing, and reporting garnishment data.
• Ability to interpret legal and regulatory documents related to garnishments and apply them accurately.
• High attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial data and legal documentation.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with creditors, attorneys, employees, and internal teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively with payroll and accounting teams to meet deadlines and ensure accurate withholdings.
• Solid organizational skills to manage multiple garnishment orders and maintain complete documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience using Vista ViewPoint for payroll or HR-related functions.
• Experience with UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) systems or similar payroll/HR platforms.
• Background in a corporate payroll environment, particularly within a larger payroll team.
• Demonstrated interest in staying current with changes in garnishment laws and regulations.
• Track record of identifying and implementing process improvements in payroll or accounting operations.

Work Environment

You will join a dedicated garnishments team of three, becoming the fourth team member within a larger payroll department of approximately 40 professionals. The role operates in a corporate office environment that emphasizes trust, integrity, and ethical practices. You will work closely with the payroll manager and colleagues across payroll and accounting, gaining significant exposure to corporate-level operations. The position follows a schedule of four 10-hour workdays, providing a structured yet collaborative setting where professional growth, development, and career advancement are actively supported.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lewisville, TX 75067.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Lewisville,TX 75067.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.

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 View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.