Senior Payroll Specialist

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.

Work Environment

This role is based on site at a business office in Temple Terrace. The Payroll Specialist works in a professional office environment, using payroll and HR technologies such as Workday and UKG Pro to manage timekeeping and payroll processes. The position involves regular collaboration with employees, managers, and department timekeepers, offering opportunities to meet new people and expand professional networks in a healthcare-oriented business setting.

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

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 Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Tampa,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 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® Platinum Award 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 [email protected] for other accommodation options.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.