Aston Carter
Overview
Payroll Specialist role at Aston Carter. Responsibilities
Process weekly payroll for union employees, ensuring accurate calculation of wages, overtime, shift differentials, and union benefits. Interpret and apply provisions of multiple CBAs, including wage rates, fringe benefits, dues, pension contributions, apprenticeship funds, and vacation/holiday pay. Prepare, reconcile, and submit reports to unions, trust funds, and government agencies, including certified payroll reports, union remittance reports, and prevailing wage compliance. Maintain payroll records in accordance with state/federal guidelines and union agreements. Ensure compliance with federal and state wage and hour laws such as the Davis-Bacon Act and the Service Contract Act. Collaborate with HR, Accounting, and Project Managers to ensure accurate labor coding, job costing, and application of union requirements. Respond to employee and union inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, dues, and wage discrepancies. Support audits conducted by unions and government agencies. Continuously update knowledge of union rules, prevailing wage requirements, and payroll regulations. Essential Skills
3–5 years of payroll experience specific to union or construction payroll. Experience with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage compliance. Familiarity with multi-state payroll processing. Strong Excel skills, including proficiency in pivot tables and VLOOKUP, for reconciliations and reporting. Knowledge of the Davis-Bacon Act, Service Contract Act, and/or state-specific prevailing wage laws. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to interpret and apply complex contract language. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications
Associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field preferred. Proficiency in payroll processing, Microsoft Office, and payroll software. Experience with data entry and union environments. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $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. 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 Oct 24, 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options. Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Human Resources Industries: Accounting
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Payroll Specialist role at Aston Carter. Responsibilities
Process weekly payroll for union employees, ensuring accurate calculation of wages, overtime, shift differentials, and union benefits. Interpret and apply provisions of multiple CBAs, including wage rates, fringe benefits, dues, pension contributions, apprenticeship funds, and vacation/holiday pay. Prepare, reconcile, and submit reports to unions, trust funds, and government agencies, including certified payroll reports, union remittance reports, and prevailing wage compliance. Maintain payroll records in accordance with state/federal guidelines and union agreements. Ensure compliance with federal and state wage and hour laws such as the Davis-Bacon Act and the Service Contract Act. Collaborate with HR, Accounting, and Project Managers to ensure accurate labor coding, job costing, and application of union requirements. Respond to employee and union inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, dues, and wage discrepancies. Support audits conducted by unions and government agencies. Continuously update knowledge of union rules, prevailing wage requirements, and payroll regulations. Essential Skills
3–5 years of payroll experience specific to union or construction payroll. Experience with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage compliance. Familiarity with multi-state payroll processing. Strong Excel skills, including proficiency in pivot tables and VLOOKUP, for reconciliations and reporting. Knowledge of the Davis-Bacon Act, Service Contract Act, and/or state-specific prevailing wage laws. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to interpret and apply complex contract language. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications
Associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field preferred. Proficiency in payroll processing, Microsoft Office, and payroll software. Experience with data entry and union environments. Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $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. 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 Oct 24, 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options. Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Human Resources Industries: Accounting
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