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Payroll Clerk

Job Description

The Payroll Clerk is responsible for the preparation and processing of the hourly payroll for field operations and the distribution of payroll checks on a weekly basis. This role also involves preparing various reports and payments for filing with trade unions, credit unions, insurance companies, and governmental agencies. The Payroll Clerk will handle payroll for 165 to 300 employees depending on the time of year, using HH2 Cloud Based Software. The position ensures everything in the system is accurate and involves sending new hire paperwork to the appropriate person, handling termination checks, and managing unemployment forms.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process required paperwork for new hires, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Maintain personnel files for field personnel.

• Review and check weekly timesheets for accuracy and resolve discrepancies and questionable items with responsible parties.

• Audit output data prior to check preparation to ensure accuracy.

• Develop, recommend, and implement payroll processing procedures.

• Interpret pertinent portions of collective bargaining agreements as they relate to the payroll function.

• Prepare and file various reports with unions, insurance companies, governmental agencies, and others as required.

• Perform additional assignments as directed by the supervisor.

Essential Skills

• Detailed knowledge of payroll processing procedures.

• Ability to read, understand, and implement the requirements of various documents such as union reports, garnishments, insurance requirements, and others.

• Ability to work with confidential information in a fast-paced environment, maintain accuracy and confidentiality, and meet strict deadlines.

• Proficiency in the use of commonly used software programs (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Attention to detail and accuracy.

• Payroll processing experience - 3+ years.

• Union payroll experience - 1 year.

• Team player mindset.

• Experience with new hire paperwork.

Work Environment

This role is based in an office environment for a manufacturing company. The team is smaller, making it a good fit for someone that likes to work closely in a team setting. The company has been around for a long time, offering a stable and reliable work environment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $27.00/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 Springfield,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 25, 2025.

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® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.