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Payroll Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract-to-hire basis. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on payroll experience, especially in union environments, and a strong grasp of accounting fundamentals.

Responsibilities

+ Collect and verify employee hours for 40–60 staff members.

+ Enter payroll data into Foundation software for processing by a third-party provider.

+ Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure timely submissions.

+ Support Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions (especially for full-time candidates).

+ Utilize Excel for data analysis and reporting (formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs).

Essential Skills

+ Prior payroll experience is required.

+ Union payroll experience is a strong plus.

+ Moderate to advanced Excel skills are necessary.

+ Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

+ Ability to work independently and communicate effectively.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Familiarity with Foundation software is preferred.

+ Experience in Accounts Payable/Receivable is beneficial, especially for full-time consideration.

Work Environment

The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM with flexibility for a 7:30 or 8:00 AM start time. The role offers an onsite work environment with a potential hybrid option.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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. 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 fully onsite position in Oshkosh,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 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.