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Aston Carter HR/Payroll Specialist in Portland, Oregon
⭐HIRING! Talented Payroll/Human Resources Coordinator⭐
We’re seeking an HR & Payroll Specialist to support biweekly payroll, benefits administration, HRIS data, and day-to-day HR operations in a growing organization. This role is ideal for an early‑career HR professional who enjoys payroll, employee support, and process improvement.
What You’ll Do
Process biweekly payroll and review time records, adjustments, and deductions
Administer benefits enrollment, changes, open enrollment, and audits
Respond to employee questions on payroll and benefits
Maintain accurate employee data in the HRIS (Paylocity preferred)
Reconcile payroll to the general ledger and partner with Finance
Support HR reporting, compliance, onboarding, and HR projects
Assist with policy updates, audits, and system improvements
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
1–4 years of HR and/or payroll experience
Experience supporting payroll and benefits administration
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; HRIS/Paylocity experience a plus
Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and communication skills
Why This Role
New NW Portland office with abundant natural light
Collaborative, close‑knit HR team
On‑site schedule: approx. 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Strong growth opportunity into higher‑level HR or benefits roles
Long‑term exposure supporting multi‑state and international teams
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $28.50/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 onsite position in Portland,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.