Job Title: Payroll AccountantJob Description 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 as requested for items including changes to their W4, rate, or title. Ensure proper approvals are obtained for employee transactions. Print and distribute payroll checks; prepare checks to be mailed as necessary. Ensure union payroll-related matters are in compliance by verifying rates, titles, benefits, deductions, and monthly reports for accuracy. 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 to ensure accuracy. Identify, recommend, and/or implement process changes to make the payroll process more efficient. Stay abreast of changing government regulations regarding payroll. Responsibilities + Collaborate with business units to ensure correct submission of weekly timecards. + Prepare, compute, input, and process payroll for both union and non-union hourly employees. + Update employee records as requested for changes in W4, rate, or title. + Obtain necessary approvals for employee transactions. + Print, distribute, and prepare payroll checks for mailing as needed. + Verify compliance of union payroll matters by checking rates, titles, benefits, deductions, and monthly reports. + Maintain accurate hourly personnel payroll records. + Coordinate unemployment compensation claims with a third-party administrator. + Complete verification of employment requests. + Prepare and validate various payroll reports. + Test and challenge system updates to ensure accuracy. + Identify and implement process improvements for payroll efficiency. + Stay informed on changing government regulations affecting payroll. Essential Skills + Expertise in payroll, payroll processing, and payroll tax. + Proficient data entry and check processing skills. + Experience with general ledger and journal entry. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook. + 10-key proficiency. + 2+ years of payroll experience. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) is desirable, or the willingness to obtain. Work Environment The work environment offers a hybrid model with three days in the office and two days working from home, contingent on solid performance, after six months of employment. 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 26, 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.