Payroll Analyst

Job Title : Payroll AnalystJob Description

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Analyst with specialized expertise in Certified Payroll to support our expanding payroll operations team. This role is crucial in maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage laws, particularly under the Davis-Bacon Act, by ensuring timely, accurate, and complete reporting of certified payroll data for public and government-funded projects.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage laws.

Accurately report certified payroll data for public and government-funded projects.

Handle payroll processing, data entry, and payroll tax duties.

Perform reconciliation and audit tasks related to payroll.

Manage union payroll operations and work within the construction industry context.

Essential Skills

Expertise in certified payroll.

Proficiency in payroll systems such as Paycom.

Experience in union payroll and construction industry.

Strong skills in payroll processing and accounting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of experience in certified payroll.

Familiarity with the Davis-Bacon Act.

Strong data entry skills.

Work Environment

Enjoy a great company culture with a relaxed environment and opportunities to gain valuable industry knowledge. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, requiring four days in the office and one day working from home, with the work-from-home day being non-selectable.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Houston, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.73 - $32.69 / 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 Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 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.