Payroll Administrator

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Payroll Administrator to join our team. This role is responsible for processing payroll accurately and efficiently while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and company payroll regulations. The Payroll Administrator will work closely with Human Resources, Finance, Operations, and employees to support payroll-related functions and resolve payroll inquiries.
The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of payroll experience , strong attention to detail, and experience working in a manufacturing environment where managing varying schedules, shift differentials, overtime, and timekeeping systems is common.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Review, audit, and validate employee timecards, attendance records, overtime, and shift differentials.
• Ensure payroll is processed accurately and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain employee payroll records, including wage changes, deductions, direct deposits, and tax information.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, timekeeping issues, and employee payroll inquiries.
• Collaborate with HR and Operations to ensure accurate employee data and payroll changes.
• Reconcile payroll reports and assist with payroll-related audits.
• Process garnishments, child support orders, benefit deductions, and other payroll adjustments.
• Prepare payroll reports for management, finance, and compliance purposes.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and personnel information.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations.
• Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and payroll audits.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of payroll administration experience .
• Experience processing payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and payroll best practices.
• Proficiency with payroll software and timekeeping systems.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including data entry, reporting, and basic analysis.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Berlin, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in New Berlin,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 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.

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 click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.

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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.