About this role
Job Title: Payroll SpecialistJob DescriptionWe are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage weekly payroll processing for both union and non-union employees at our corporate headquarters. The ideal candidate will ensure the accuracy of timesheets, proper coding, approvals, and compliance with project requirements. You will address payroll discrepancies, adjustments, and employee inquiries promptly while maintaining accurate payroll records and documentation in line with company and regulatory standards. You will also coordinate with HR, project managers, and field teams to ensure smooth payroll execution and support audits and reporting related to payroll activity.
Responsibilities
- Process weekly payroll for union and non-union employees at corporate headquarters.
- Review timesheets for accuracy, ensuring proper coding, approvals, and compliance with project requirements.
- Address payroll discrepancies, adjustments, and employee inquiries in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
- Coordinate with HR, project managers, and field teams to ensure smooth payroll execution.
- Support audits and reporting related to payroll activity.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in payroll processing.
- Experience with union and non-union payroll.
- Knowledge of payroll taxes and deductions.
- Experience with payroll software such as ADP, UKG, or similar.
- Familiarity with timekeeping systems, Kronos preferred.
- Experience in payroll accounting, reconciliation, and reporting.
- Strong analytical skills.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 2+ years of payroll processing experience, ideally in construction, engineering, or project-based environments.
- Experience handling high-volume, multi-state payroll.
- Union exposure strongly preferred.
Work EnvironmentThis is a newly created role to support workload through the rest of 2026. The position is fully onsite in Nanuet, with working hours from 8 AM to 5 PM.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Nanuet, NY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/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)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Nanuet,NY.
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 [email protected] 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.