Remote Payroll And Benefits Coordinator

Job Title: Fully Remote Payroll and Benefits Specialist Job Description We are seeking a seasoned Payroll and Benefits Specialist to oversee and manage the global payroll for our rapidly growing team of over 400 domestic and international employees. This role involves implementing, maintaining, and reviewing all matters related to payroll administration, processing, and reconciliation. You will ensure accuracy, clarity, and competitiveness in payroll operations.

Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain, and review 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, liaise with auditors, and manage payroll tax audits.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues and answer payroll-related questions, with a focus on people operations and finance.
• Manage the relationship with payroll vendors, both domestic and international.
• Continually improve Finance and HR operations activities related to payroll, vendor relationship management, employment law compliance, and ACA reporting.
• Build and maintain a good working knowledge of tax legislation, industry standards, and best practices. Essential Skills
• 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, deadline-driven, and able to work under pressure with a high degree of accuracy.
• Clear and concise communication skills in both oral and written form across teams.
• Ability to interact comfortably with employees of all levels and use diplomacy and discretion in handling sensitive payroll and benefit matters.
• BSc/BA in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPP or CPM is a plus. Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Experience working with third-party payroll processing in the United Kingdom, Netherlands, and/or Macedonia.
• Experience working with a Professional Employment Organization (PEO).

Work Environment

This position is 100% remote, allowing you to work from the comfort of your own home while collaborating with our international team. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of New York, New York. Specialist Pay and Benefits 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) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2025. 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 [email protected] for other accommodation options. Apply To this Job