Payroll Specialist

Aston Carter; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Tampa, FL, to manage bi-weekly payroll using Workday and UKG Pro, ensuring timely, accurate payroll processing while maintaining strict confidentiality.

The role involves system support, audits, and collaboration with HR and finance to optimize payroll operations. It is a contract position based in Tampa with hourly pay and benefits eligibility.

Qualifications

• Payroll processing experience with bi-weekly cycles.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations and tax reporting.
• Experience with Workday and UKG Pro systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll transactions and changes.
• Audit and review timekeeping in UKG Pro for accuracy.
• Support Workday payroll processes and system improvements.
• Participate in Workday Payroll design, testing, and implementation.
• Coordinate payroll activities for new hires and terminations.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll reports and balance payroll data.
• Manage regulatory reporting and tax documentation.

Skills

Payroll processing

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Workday

UKG Pro

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Payroll Specialist needed in Tampa FL!

Job Description

The Payroll Specialist processes bi-weekly payroll and supports payroll systems to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely pay for all employees. This role manages payroll transactions in Workday and UKG Pro, maintains payroll records, supports audits, and serves as a key point of contact for payroll-related inquiries and system improvements.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll transactions, including compensation changes, deductions, adjustments, and other related payroll activities.
• Review, audit, and process employee timekeeping records within UKG Pro to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and wage and hour regulations.
• Maintain and support Workday Payroll processes, including troubleshooting payroll issues and assisting with system optimization.
• Participate in Workday Payroll design, configuration, testing, implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate payroll activities related to new hires, transfers, status changes, and terminations to ensure accurate and timely updates.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll reports and perform balancing activities to support accurate payroll processing and reporting.
• Manage regulatory reporting requirements, including federal, state, and foreign national payroll registration and tax documentation.
• Prepare manual payroll checks and off-cycle payroll transactions when needed to resolve pay issues or special circumstances.
• Respond to employee and manager payroll inquiries and provide timely, accurate resolutions to payroll-related concerns.
• Assist with training and support for department timekeepers and managers on payroll and timekeeping procedures and system usage.
• Maintain payroll records and documentation while ensuring confidentiality, data integrity, and compliance with record-keeping standards.
• Support payroll audits and ensure adherence to applicable wage and hour regulations and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement within payroll operations and related systems.
• Contribute to a professional and service-oriented payroll function that fosters positive working relationships and expands internal networks.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of payroll processing experience.
• Hands-on experience administering and processing payroll in Workday and/or UKG Pro.
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax reporting requirements, and wage and hour compliance.
• Solid knowledge of payroll best practices and standard payroll procedures.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills for resolving complex payroll and system-related issues.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills to ensure accurate payroll calculations and reporting.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and ensure data integrity in all payroll activities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when processing payroll and reviewing timekeeping records.
• Effective communication skills to address payroll inquiries and support training for timekeepers and managers.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a healthcare environment is preferred.
• Experience supporting payroll system implementations, enhancements, configuration, or design is preferred.
• Familiarity with both Workday and UKG Pro payroll and timekeeping functionalities.
• Ability to participate in system testing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple payroll activities and deadlines.
• Customer service mindset with the ability to build positive relationships and expand professional networks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Tampa, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/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