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Job Title: Union Payroll SpecialistJob Description

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing weekly and bi-weekly payroll for all unions and semi-monthly salary payroll. This role involves recording and monitoring employee time and payroll data, ensuring the timekeeping system calculates proper pay rates and hours per union contract. The specialist will update and monitor the payroll system to ensure the accuracy of all rates and employee withholdings. This position oversees all aspects of payroll for the Portage division and assists with other HR functions as needed.

Responsibilities

+ Prepare and process weekly payroll for dockworkers union, bi-weekly payroll for approximately 275 union employees, and semi-monthly payroll for approximately 110 salaried employees using Kronos and UKG software.

+ Communicate completed payroll information to Finance for funding and accounting purposes.

+ Review entries and set up each employee in all payroll systems: Kronos & UKG Pro.

+ Conduct weekly reviews of all hourly timecards to ensure compliance with contracts.

+ Review Kronos download information for completeness and accuracy.

+ Collaborate with department supervisors to resolve issues with employee timecards.

+ Track and set up all garnishments and other special payroll deductions.

+ Monitor paid time off balances.

+ Prepare and distribute detailed payroll reports including union dues, pension contributions, and HSA contributions.

+ Administer 401(k) retirement plan and ensure compliance with ERISA.

+ Maintain personnel and medical files and set up systems for new recruits.

+ Calculate attendance and annual vacation eligibility for union employees.

+ Assist with open enrollment and qualifying event changes.

+ Support the annual 401(k) audit and assist Accounting with other audits involving payroll and HR information.

+ Prepare and process monthly union incentives and quarterly safety bonuses.

+ Perform other related duties as required.

Essential Skills

+ Experience in Union Payroll is a must.

+ Proficiency in Excel.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with Kronos and UKG software is highly desirable.

Work Environment

The work environment is within an office located in a steel plant.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $68000.00/yr.

I have the full benefits package that we can provide the employee Dental Vision Health 401K

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portage,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 12, 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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.