Senior Payroll Specialist

Senior Payroll Specialist needed to work 5 days onsite in Tampa FL! Must be a SME in Workday! This role will have no direct reports! Job Description The Payroll Consultant oversees end-to-end payroll processing with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and system optimization within Workday and UKG Pro. This role manages bi-weekly payroll cycles, supports payroll system design and enhancements, responds to employee inquiries, and ensures regulatory and organizational standards are consistently met. Responsibilities + Process bi-weekly payroll transactions, including compensation changes, deductions, adjustments, garnishments, and other related payroll activities. + Review, audit, and process employee timekeeping records within UKG Pro to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with wage and hour regulations. + Maintain and support Workday Payroll processes, including identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving payroll issues in a timely manner. + Participate in Workday Payroll design, configuration, testing, implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize payroll operations. + Coordinate payroll activities for new hires, internal transfers, status changes, and terminations to ensure timely and accurate pay. + Prepare and reconcile payroll reports, perform balancing activities, and support regulatory reporting requirements. + Research and complete federal, state, and foreign national payroll registration and tax documentation as needed. + Prepare manual payroll checks and off-cycle payroll transactions when required. + Respond to employee and manager payroll inquiries, providing clear, timely resolutions to payroll-related questions and concerns. + Assist with training and support for department timekeepers and managers on payroll and timekeeping procedures and system use. + Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation while ensuring strict confidentiality and data integrity. + Support internal and external payroll audits and ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour regulations, tax rules, and organizational policies. Essential Skills + 3-5 years of experience in a Senior or managerial-level role working within payroll and Workday. + Hands-on experience administering and processing payroll in Workday. + Strong Workday experience, including familiarity with configuration, processing, and troubleshooting. + Proficiency in end-to-end payroll processing, including garnishments, deductions, adjustments, and off-cycle transactions. + Experience reviewing, auditing, and processing timekeeping records, preferably within UKG Pro or similar systems. + Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax reporting requirements, wage and hour compliance, and payroll best practices. + Advanced troubleshooting skills to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies and system issues. + Advanced analytical and reconciliation skills for balancing payroll reports and ensuring data accuracy. + Ability to handle confidential payroll information with discretion and maintain high standards of data integrity. + High school diploma or GED. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience supporting payroll system implementations, enhancements, configuration, or design is preferred. + Background working in a healthcare environment is preferred. + Ability to train and support department timekeepers and managers on payroll and timekeeping procedures. + Strong communication skills to respond effectively to employee and manager payroll inquiries. + Ability to collaborate on continuous improvement initiatives related to Workday Payroll. + Interest in opportunities to meet new people and expand professional networks through cross-functional collaboration. Work Environment This role is based on-site at a business office in Temple Terrace. The position operates in a professional office environment with regular interaction with payroll team members, managers, and employees. Work is primarily performed using payroll and HR technologies such as Workday and UKG Pro, along with standard office software and equipment. The environment supports collaboration, relationship-building, and networking across departments. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $65.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Tampa,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 16, 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 (%View email address on click.appcast.io) 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.