Payroll Lead

The Payroll Lead will be responsible for obtaining and entering accurate and timely HR information and payroll data into the payroll system. This role involves analyzing and inputting timecard data to ensure payroll accuracy, while maintaining confidentiality of all company, employee, and customer data. You will lead a team of 1-2 Certified Payroll Reporting team members, partner cross-functionally with the Project Management team, and ensure wages are paid in accordance with collective bargaining agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and guide 1-2 Certified Payroll Reporting team members.
• Enter 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 comply with collective bargaining agreements.
• Resolve or report payroll issues promptly.
• Process payroll changes including new hires, promotions, terminations, and more.
• Detect discrepancies before they impact payroll or appear on checks.
• Respond promptly to management and employee inquiries.
• Track and submit certified reports for compliance on prevailing wage jobs.
• Scan and archive payroll-related documents following approved policies.
• Cultivate strong working relationships with internal and external customers.
  
  

• 5+ years of payroll experience.
• Experience with union and certified payroll reporting.
• Proficiency in in-house payroll and reconciliation processes.
• Understanding of prevailing wage requirements.
  
  

• Ability to work independently and lead a small team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  

This position offers a flexible work environment with the opportunity to work 100% remotely from any city or state. However, if local to one of the offices, initial in-office work for five days a week is required for the first six months, transitioning to a hybrid schedule thereafter. The organization is in a phase of significant growth, providing full exposure to all aspects of payroll, and the opportunity to be part of a quickly expanding team.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $45.67/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 remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2026.
  
  

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 for other accommodation options.