Payroll Specialist

Job Title: Payroll SpecialistJob Description

Join our team as a Payroll Specialist, where you will play a crucial role in managing payroll operations at our corporate headquarters in Farmingdale, Long Island, NY. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing using ADP Workforce Now. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with substantial experience in payroll administration.

Responsibilities

• Process new hires using ADP Onboarding.

• Manage employee transactions through ADP Employee Self-service, including terminations, salary changes, direct deposit setup, address changes, and tax withholding updates.

• Understand and process wage garnishments and withholding orders.

• Handle Draw vs. Commission payroll processing.

• Ensure compliance with federal and state tax laws.

• Prepare manual checks and handle direct deposit reversals/deletions.

• Audit payroll reports before submission using ADP Preview.

• Provide excellent customer service to both active and terminated employees.

• Collaborate effectively as part of a team.

• Utilize ADP Workforce Now Reporting tools efficiently.

• Demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of experience with ADP Workforce Now.

• Strong understanding of multi-state payroll processes.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.

• Experience with payroll processing in commission-based industries.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Union payroll experience is a plus.

• Experience working in a drawer vs. commission-based industry, preferably in larger companies with a sales force.

Work Environment

This position requires on-site attendance every day at our corporate headquarters in Farmingdale, Long Island, NY. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the possibility of leaving early on Fridays. The role may require longer hours on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. The position offers excellent benefits, including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. The work environment is fast-paced and collaborative, with a focus on delivering exceptional service.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Farmingdale, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $72000.00 - $77000.00/yr.

Excellent company benefits, 401k match

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Farmingdale,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 2026.

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® 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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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.