• Payroll Accountant I

    Aston Carter (Des Moines, IA)


    Job Title: Payroll Accountant IJob Description

     

    As a Payroll Accountant I, you will collaborate with business units to ensure accurate submission of weekly timecards and manage payroll processing for both union and non-union hourly employees. You will also update employee records, ensure compliance with union payroll matters, and coordinate unemployment compensation claims.

    Responsibilities

    + Collaborate with business units to ensure weekly timecards are submitted correctly.

    + Accurately prepare, compute, input, and process payroll for hourly employees including union and non-union employees.

    + Update employee records for changes to W4, rate, or title upon request.

    + Ensure proper approvals for employee transactions.

    + Print and distribute payroll checks and prepare checks to be mailed as necessary.

    + Verify union payroll matters, ensuring compliance with rates, titles, benefits, deductions, and monthly reports.

    + Maintain hourly personnel payroll records.

    + Coordinate unemployment compensation claims with a third-party administrator.

    + Complete verification of employment.

    + Prepare and validate payroll reports.

    + Routinely test and challenge updates in the computer system-operating environment for accuracy.

    + Identify, recommend, and implement process changes to improve payroll efficiency.

    + Stay informed about changing government regulations regarding payroll.

    Essential Skills

    + Minimum of 2 years of payroll experience.

    + Proficiency in payroll processing, data entry, check processing, payroll tax, general ledger, journal entry, and payroll accounting.

    + Proficient in 10-key and Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is desirable or willingness to obtain.

     

    Work Environment

     

    This position offers a hybrid work environment with a schedule of three days in-office and two days working from home, contingent upon solid performance after the first six months.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.48 - $26.92/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 hybrid position in Des Moines,IA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Aug 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.