Payroll And Benefits Administrator

Sr Payroll & Benefits Specialist We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Specialist to support the accurate administration of payroll, benefits, and compensation programs for a large employee population. This role is essential to ensuring employees are paid accurately, supported through benefits and leave programs, and confident in their total rewards. The Payroll & Benefits Specialist will partner closely with HR, Accounting, and Finance teams to ensure compliance, operational excellence, and a positive employee experience across payroll, benefits, and retirement programs. Key Responsibilities Payroll Administration Support the accurate and timely processing of employee wages, taxes, and deductions in partnership with the Manager of Compensation & Benefits. Serve as a subject matter expert for payroll operations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Maintain payroll records with a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail. Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations, reporting, and issue resolution. Act as a lead resource for payroll-related questions and troubleshooting. Benefits Administration Administer company health, wellness, HSA, life insurance, and 401(k) programs, including enrollments, changes, billing, audits, and vendor coordination. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions and concerns. Manage employee leave of absence programs, ensuring compliance and providing guidance and support throughout the leave process. Maintain accurate benefits records and documentation in compliance with applicable regulations. Compensation, Reporting & Collaboration Assist with the administration and evaluation of compensation and benefits programs to support attraction, retention, and engagement. Prepare and analyze reporting related to benefits utilization, costs, and trends. Use internal and external market data to support competitive compensation and benefits practices. Partner cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Accounting, and external vendors. Identify opportunities to improve payroll and benefits processes and the overall employee experience. Qualifications 5+ years of payroll experience, including serving as a lead or subject matter expert, with demonstrated experience processing payroll for 1,000+ employees. Hands-on experience with payroll and HR systems such as SAP, ADP, UKGpro, or Ceridian. Strong working knowledge of employer-sponsored benefit plans, retirement programs, and leave administration. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis). Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field preferred. Experience supporting compensation benchmarking, benefits renewals, or vendor management is a plus. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and communicate clearly in a fast-paced environment. Work Environment & Schedule Schedule: MondayFriday, 9:00 AM5:00 PM Work Model: Hybrid (3 days in-office, 2 days remote; in-office days determined with management) Team: Small, collaborative team of 2 Dress Code: Business casual Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $29.41 - $38.94/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 Tampa,FL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 17, 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 for other accommodation options.

Created: 2026-03-10