Payroll Specialist (Hybrid, Up To 35/hr)

Payroll Specialist

Hybrid | Fun Close Knit Team

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain the electronic timekeeping system to ensure accurate capture of employee hours.
• Enter and update employee and payroll data in payroll and administrative databases and software programs.
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed payroll reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Process weekly payroll for multiple companies and ensure all payroll cycles are completed in a timely manner.
• Prepare and process manual checks or ACH payments when necessary to resolve exceptions or special cases.
• Generate, review, and submit certified payroll reports for prevailing wage projects in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Compile and report monthly hours, wages, and payments due to various unions, ensuring compliance with union agreements.
• Determine payroll liabilities by entering and validating federal, state, and local income tax information, social security, 401(k) transfers, direct deposits, child support orders, wage assignments, and garnishments.

Requirements

• At least 1+ years of hands-on payroll experience.
• Proficiency in entering and managing data in payroll and administrative databases.
• Advanced Excel skills, including demonstrated ability to use pivot tables and VLOOKUP functions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Maple Lake, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 hybrid position in Maple Lake, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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 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 View email address on click.appcast.io for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.