• Payroll Specialist

    Aston Carter (Clinton, MD)


    Job Title: Payroll Specialist

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Maryland. In this role, you will be responsible for obtaining and entering accurate HR information and payroll data into our payroll system, ensuring compliance with all collective bargaining agreements, and maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information. You will have the opportunity to gain full exposure to all aspects of payroll, with support and guidance available as needed.

    Responsibilities

    + Input accurate and timely HR information and payroll data into the payroll system.

    + Analyze and input timecard data into the computerized payroll system.

    + Ensure employee wages are paid according to applicable collective bargaining agreements.

    + Process payroll changes, including new hires, promotions, terminations, transfers, leaves of absence, garnishments, manual checks, and various payroll deductions.

    + Ensure compliance and follow controls to achieve error-free payroll, detecting discrepancies before impacting employees.

    + Respond accurately and promptly to management and employee inquiries, consulting with others as needed.

    + Track and submit certified reports to ensure compliance for prevailing wage jobs.

    + Scan and archive or file payroll-related documents according to company policies.

    + Cultivate strong and cooperative relationships with internal and external customers.

    + Set up new hires, maintain master files, process terminations, and manage garnishments.

    Essential Skills

    + 2-5 years of payroll experience.

    + Experience with union payrolls and prevailing wage.

    + Experience with in-house payroll and reconciliation.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Union experience, certified payroll reporting experience, and payroll tax experience are advantageous but not necessary.

    Work Environment

    This role supports the Mona Electric and Archkey Business units in Maryland. The position requires 100% in-office attendance during training, with a transition to a hybrid schedule thereafter. The team manages payroll for up to 700 employees, with all unions paid weekly. The environment is dynamic, and there is a strong emphasis on growth and adaptability.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clinton, Maryland.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 Clinton,Maryland.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 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.