Human Resources Specialist

Job Title: Human Resources SpecialistJob Description We are seeking a temporary Human Resources Specialist to support our team during a maternity leave period. The successful candidate will assist with operations related to relocation and benefits administration for Japanese expatriate employees. This role is expected to begin around April or May, including a transition period. Responsibilities Support operations related to relocation for Japanese expatriate employees. Administer benefits for expatriate employees. Ensure accurate data entry, including 10-key and Excel. Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Manage highly confidential information with discretion. Essential Skills High School diploma required. AA degree in business or accounting preferred. 4 years of related experience and/or training. Bilingual in English and Japanese is a must. Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, MS Word, and Outlook. Experience with Ceridian or other HRIS systems preferred. Additional Skills & Qualifications Strong data entry skills. Ability to coordinate benefits administration. Experience in a globally recognized manufacturing setting is advantageous. Work Environment This role requires working onsite Monday to Friday, with the option to work from home one day a week (Monday to Thursday) after training. Attendance at team meetings on Friday is mandatory. The HR team consists of four members, promoting a collaborative and supportive work environment. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of San Diego, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $32.00/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 onsite position in San Diego,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 30, 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.