• Lead Payroll Specialist

    Aston Carter (St. Louis, MO)


    Payroll Lead

    **Must sit in St. Louis, MO (hybrid schedule)

    **MUST HAVE CERTIFIED/UNION PAYROLL

    Job Description

    We are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee and ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll for our organization. This role requires a keen understanding of government regulations and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and compliance. The ideal candidate will lead our payroll team, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient workflow and excellent service delivery.

    Responsibilities

    + Supervise and manage the payroll functions, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing in compliance with all government regulations.

    + Provide advice, coordination, and workflow management to the payroll team.

    + Manage union payroll processing and employee payroll master data, ensuring accurate classification and accounting of employee earnings.

    + Determine appropriate tax jurisdictions and document deductions in accordance with federal and state laws and collective bargaining agreements.

    + Update system data as needed and enter accurate HR information into the payroll system.

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

    + Maintain confidentiality of all company, employee, and customer data.

    + Process payroll accurately and submit files to the bank promptly, ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements.

    + Scan, archive, or file payroll-related documents following approved policies.

    + Respond to management and employee inquiries accurately and timely.

    Essential Skills

    + Expertise in payroll processing, union payroll, certified payroll, and multi-state payroll.

    + Proficiency in Excel and payroll software, preferably eCMS.

    + Associate degree in business administration, accounting, or related field, or equivalent experience.

    + Minimum 5-7 years of payroll processing experience.

    + Experience with multistate withholding, union reporting, and prevailing wage laws.

    + Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.

    + High level of integrity, dependability, and professionalism.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor's degree and Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred.

    + Knowledge of the construction industry is a plus.

    + Minimum 1 year of experience directly managing people preferred.

    + Experience working with confidential information.

    + High quality documentation and report preparation skills.

    + Effective collaboration, organizational, customer service, and relationship-building skills.

    + Strong leadership, coaching, training, and mentoring skills.

    + Excellent communication skills, capable of interacting with all levels, including senior management.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The role requires working in the office from Monday to Thursday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with the flexibility to work remotely on Fridays

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $40.50/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 Saint Louis,MO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 24, 2026.

    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.