Senior Payroll Analyst

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and manage the global payroll operations for our rapidly expanding team of over 400 domestic and international employees. This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day payroll administration, processing, and customer service to ensure accuracy, clarity, and competitiveness.

Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain, and review all matters related to payroll administration, processing, and reconciliation.
• Manage systems to process payroll account transactions, including salaries, benefits, garnishments, deductions, taxes, and third-party payments.
• Oversee processing of payroll changes, such as new hires, terminations, and raises, and manage system upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and liaise with auditors for payroll tax audits.
• Collaborate closely with people operations and finance to resolve issues and answer payroll-related questions.
• Manage relationships with domestic and international payroll vendors.
• Continuously improve Finance and HR operations activities related to payroll, vendor relationship management, employment law compliance, and ACA reporting.
• Build and maintain knowledge of tax legislation, industry standards, and best practices, incorporating these into processes and procedures.

• 5+ years of experience as a payroll and benefits specialist or manager at a company with 150-250+ employees.
• Experience with Payroll and HRIS, particularly with ADP Workforce Now.
• Detail-oriented and deadline-driven, capable of working well under pressure with a high degree of accuracy.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, across teams.
• Ability to comfortably interact with employees of all experience levels and seniority, using diplomacy and discretion in sensitive payroll and benefit matters.
• BSc/BA in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources or related field; professional certification such as CPP or CPM is a plus.

• Experience with third-party payroll processing in the United Kingdom, Netherlands, and/or Macedonia.
• Experience working with a Professional Employment Organization (PEO).

This position is 100% remote, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of New York, NY.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2026.

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 for other accommodation options.