Job Title: Payroll AccountantJob Description The primary role of the Payroll Accountant is to process and post monthly payroll for approximately 50 companies, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable regulations. The candidate should be proficient in 10-key data entry with a high level of speed and accuracy, particularly in payroll processing environments. Responsibilities + Process and post monthly payroll for approximately 50 companies, ensuring accuracy and compliance. + Perform daily employer contribution postings and track accounts receivable. + Set up new employer accounts and update member records to determine benefit eligibility. + Maintain and process accounts receivable (A/R) and accounts payable (A/P) using QuickBooks. + Prepare and analyze general ledger transactions to ensure financial accuracy. + Generate financial reports and assist with monthly and year-end close processes. + Support preparation for the annual audit, including documentation and reconciliations. + Determine member benefit eligibility based on updated records and contribution data. Essential Skills + Proficiency in payroll processing and payroll accounting. + Experience in 10-key data entry with speed and accuracy. + Knowledge in Excel for formatting, copying, pasting, and organizing text in columns. + Experience with general ledger, reconciliation, month-end processes, and journal entries. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field preferred. + 2+ years of relevant work experience in payroll processing or payroll accounting. + Experience in employee benefits, union, and/or non-profit environments preferred. Work Environment This position requires working in the office 5 days a week, starting at either 7am or 8am, with an 8.5-hour workday including a 30-minute lunch break. The start time can be chosen based on personal preference but must remain consistent each day. The Payroll Accountant will work within a team of three other staff accountants and one eligibility specialist, under the management of the Accounting Manager. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lanham, Maryland. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $33.65/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 Lanham,MD. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 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.