Job Title: Payroll Specialist Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage the weekly and bi-weekly union payroll for 25–30 employees. The role requires ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements and maintaining accurate payroll records, including timekeeping, deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings. This position also involves preparing and submitting union reports and remittances, collaborating with HR and management to resolve payroll discrepancies, and assisting with accounts payable and receivable tasks. Responsibilities + Process weekly/bi-weekly union payroll for 25–30 employees, ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements. + Maintain accurate payroll records, including timekeeping, deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings. + Prepare and submit union reports and remittances as required. + Collaborate with HR and management to resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries. + Assist with A/P and A/R tasks, including invoice processing, payment posting, and account reconciliation. + Support general office administrative duties as needed (filing, data entry, document preparation). + Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. + Maintain confidentiality of employee and company information. Essential Skills + Minimum 2 years of experience processing union payroll. + Solid understanding of payroll systems, labor laws, and union reporting requirements. + Prior experience in accounting functions, including A/P and A/R. + Proficiency in payroll and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, ADP, or similar). + Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. + Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in a construction, manufacturing, or trade union environment. + Familiarity with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage requirements. Work Environment Work in a small office setting with no more than 4 other employees, including the owners. This is a family-owned company offering an opportunity to join and grow within the organization, with potential for future advancement to lead the accounting team. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pekin, Illinois. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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 Pekin,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 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.