Payroll Manager

Job Title : Payroll Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a diligent and experienced Payroll Manager to oversee the day-to-day US payroll and HR operations functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for auditing and approving bi-weekly payrolls and serving as the escalation point for all internal and external payroll matters. The role involves working with HR teams across various US locations and managing company and employee-level data within the US Payroll system in partnership with HRIS.

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day US payroll and HR operations functions.

Audit and approve bi-weekly payrolls, acting as an escalation point for payroll matters.

Collaborate with HR teams at various US locations.

Manage US Payroll system’s company and employee-level data, including auditing employee data.

Prepare and distribute timely Worker's Compensation, CA Pay Data, and multi-worksite reporting.

Manage the Employee Resource Center and serve as escalation point for payroll, time, and attendance matters.

Implement process improvements to enhance employee experience and ensure regulatory compliance.

Maintain relationships with payroll vendors and the 401k plan provider.

Partner with the Benefits team on payroll / operations matters and liaise with benefit vendors as needed.

Serve as the main contact for internal and external payroll audits.

Research and resolve jurisdictional communications for payroll tax matters with the payroll vendor.

Review quarterly and annual payroll tax returns and apply to new tax jurisdictions when necessary.

Collaborate with the Total Rewards Team for annual increases, bonuses, and international employee transfers.

Manage payroll-centric year-end and year-begin processes.

Coordinate data collection and responses to ad hoc requests from various internal teams.

Execute compliance reporting such as W-2, 1095-c, EEO-1, AAP, and VETS.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in payroll systems such as UKG, Ultipro, and UKG Ultipro.

Experience with biweekly multi-state payroll processing for 2500+ employees.

Experience running payroll for sales, hourly, salary, and shift differentials.

Intermediate Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP.

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, finance, or a related area.

Knowledge of accounting principles, payroll tax laws and compliance, and labor laws.

Understanding of health and welfare and 401(k) plan design and administration.

Experience with payroll, benefits, and time and attendance system implementations.

Experience with a shared services model for payroll, benefits, and HR operations.

Administrator-level experience with payroll software, time and attendance systems, and HRIS systems.

Intermediate report building skills for UKG’s Business Intelligence.

Project management and supervision experience.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Professionalism and strong customer service skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with UKG UltiPro

5+ years of multi-state payroll

Work Environment

This is a hybrid position with a schedule of Monday to Thursday from 8 : 30 AM to 4 : 30 PM. Fridays offer flexible work arrangements. The organization provides a contract-to-hire opportunity with a global reach, local expertise, and a commitment to innovation, collaboration, and caring. The company has been recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' in multiple regions and offers career progression opportunities across R&D, manufacturing, commercial, and corporate functions.UK

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Berkeley Heights, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $58.00 - $62.00 / 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 hybrid position in Berkeley Heights,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 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.

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.