Payroll Specialist

Payroll Administrator

The Payroll Administrator is responsible for preparing and processing bi-weekly payroll including two entities and over seventy properties within the Bay Area. In addition, this position prepares and uploads payroll and benefit entries into accounting software and is responsible for procuring a variety of reports on both a monthly and as needed basis.

Payroll Administration & Processing :

• Processes Personnel Action Forms (PAFs) in Paycom for payroll and HR data changes.
• Performs bi-weekly audits of PAFs and Paycom data to ensure accuracy.
• Administers wage garnishments; includes setting up garnishments in Paycom, notifying staff, and monitoring deduction activity and payments to agencies.
• Prepares manual live checks as needed.
• Reviews bi-weekly timesheets and supports employees and supervisors to ensure accuracy and compliance with all policies, procedures, and labor laws. Includes working directly with staff and making corrections, providing training, and coordinating with other HR staff to facilitate follow-up for those not adhering to policies and procedures.
• Prepares all aspects of bi-weekly payroll including additional earnings and benefit deduction adjustments as needed.
• Processes bi-weekly payroll; includes reviewing and making corrections prior to the HR Associate Director's second level review.

Accounting Entries & Reporting :

Compliance & Other :

Additional Skills & Qualifications :

Job Type & Location : This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Berkeley, CA.

Pay and Benefits : The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $40.86 / 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 :

Workplace Type : This is a fully onsite position in Berkeley, CA.

Application Deadline : This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 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. 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.