Human Resources Assistant

Aston Carter; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading staffing solutions firm seeks a part-time Human Resources Assistant to support the HR team during the HR Manager's maternity leave. This role includes conducting payroll processing, transitioning employees to a new system, and various administrative tasks. Required skills include proficiency in administrative support and data entry, along with experience in payroll processing. The position is remote with expected hours of approximately 24 per week, offering a pay range of $20.00 - $28.00/hr with additional benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Health Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Qualifications

• Proficiency in administrative support and data entry.
• Experience in payroll processing.
• Basic knowledge of administration and human resources.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly payroll processing.
• Assist in transitioning employees to a new system.
• Perform administrative tasks and manage projects.
• Support the HR Coordinator with additional tasks.

Skills

Administrative support

Data entry

Payroll processing

Job description

Human Resources Assistant

(PART TIME HOURS. MUST WORK CORE BUSINESS HOURS)

Job Description

This part-time position is designed to support the HR team during the HR Manager's maternity leave. The role involves handling administrative tasks to assist both the manager and coordinator, without taking over full HR responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly payroll processing.
• Assist in transitioning employees from the current system to a new system.
• Perform various administrative tasks and manage projects as they arise.
• Support the HR Coordinator with tasks that require additional time and effort.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in administrative support and data entry.
• Experience in payroll processing.
• Basic knowledge of administration and human resources.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• A background in HR is beneficial but not required.
• Ability to quickly learn and grasp new concepts and systems.

Work Environment

This is a remote role with a part-time schedule of approximately 24 hours per week. The position can be performed entirely remotely, though there is an option to work occasionally at the Bangor facility.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Davis, CA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/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 remote position.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 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® 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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.