Payroll Associate

Actalent; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

PTO (20 days + 6 Holidays)

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Actalent is hiring a Payroll Associate in Tempe, AZ to provide error-free payroll support for diverse clients. The role involves weekly payroll processing, resolving inquiries, and ensuring adherence to policies. You will work in a hybrid model, with 4 days in-office and 1 day remote.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in client service, strong organizational skills, and experience with payroll systems, preferably PeopleSoft, plus a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or HR preferred.
• 2-4 years of client service experience required.
• Strong prioritization and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and follow-up abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee timecard collection, secure manager approvals, and communicate with internal partners.
• Review and verify payroll and expenses for accuracy.
• Resolve payroll and invoicing issues including adjustments and discrepancies.
• Ensure accurate entry of starts, finishes, and updates in PeopleSoft.
• Serve as primary contact for employee benefits inquiries (medical, 401K, education).
• Update employee information and execute personnel changes in systems.

Skills

Client service

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or HR

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

Overview

Actalent Corporate has an immediate opening for a Payroll Associate at our Tempe, AZ office!

Schedule:

• Internal | Permanent
• Full Time | Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Hybrid | 4 days in-office, 1 day remote

Compensation / Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $21.63 per hr ($45,000 annually)
• Bonus Potential: $333 monthly (up to $4,000 annually)
• Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, 401(k), PTO (20 days + 6 Holidays), Profit Sharing, etc.

Job Summary

The payroll/ Services Support Associate is instrumental in providing error-free payroll and support to our varied clients, which includes consultants, colleagues, field offices, and program offices. This position entails overseeing the verification, monitoring, and processing of weekly payroll, addressing employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and other general questions, and ensuring adherence with company policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Candidate process and pre-start documents

• Oversee timecard collection, secure manager approvals, and facilitate communication with internal partners and consultants.
• Review and verify payroll and expenses for accuracy.
• Resolve payroll and invoicing issues including adjustments, check requests, and invoice discrepancies.
• Ensure the accurate and timely entry of starts, finishes, and updates in PeopleSoft.
• Act as the primary contact for all employee benefits inquiries and education, including medical, 401K, and tuition reimbursement.
• Conduct offboarding in accordance with company policy and in partnership with Human Resources.
• Update employee information accurately in PeopleSoft.
• Execute personnel changes, promotions, and terminations by communicating with appropriate partners and update systems as required.
• Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support organizational goals and promote collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or HR (Preferred)
• 2-4 years of client service experience (Required)
• Skill in identifying issues with limited information
• Strong prioritization, organization, and problem- solving skills
• Effective communication and follow-up
• Preferred experience supporting remote teams
• Composure and professionalism in all situations
• Proven ability to take ownership of responsibilities and deliver results

About Actalent

With global headquarters outside of Baltimore, MD, Actalent has an existing network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, including many of the Fortune 500. We give clients access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market, supporting engineering and science initiatives that advance how companies serve the world.

Our Aston Carter brand 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.

Our Culture

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to creating and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage all employees to bring their most authentic selves to work. To achieve these goals, we offer a range of community groups and service opportunities for all employees.

Allegis Group Foundation

Allegis Group Foundation is a central part of our commitment to giving back to the communities in which we work and live. Did you know that the Allegis Group Foundation can accelerate your efforts to create meaningful change in our communities? Incorporated in 2000, this philanthropic arm of our business awards direct grants to nonprofit organizations and provides additional financial support through our Employee/Office Match Program.

We form strategic alliances with national organizations for the contributions they make to the communities we serve, their ability to help our organization make an impact in the marketplace, and the development offerings they have for our internal employees and consultants.

Telecommute

No