Job Title: Payroll AccountantJob Description We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing payroll accounting tasks, ensuring accurate ledger entries, and maintaining comprehensive accounting files. This role requires a proactive individual who is adept at preparing payroll reports and facilitating audits. Responsibilities + Prepare and post ledger entries with earnings and deductions. + Prepare and post accrued payroll, vacation, annual bonuses, and severance. + Initiate wire transfers and ACH payments for any off-cycle manual payroll, if needed. + Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts monthly, ensuring timely completion. + Maintain accounting files, records, and schedules. + Produce ad hoc and recurring payroll reports. + Prepare and post entries to bill out allocated compensation to managed properties. + Serve as a point of contact for compensation-related queries. + Evaluate processes and procedural documents for increased efficiencies and continuous improvement. + Facilitate audits by providing records and documentation to auditors. + Document and update payroll procedures. + Prepare and post entries of medical benefits allocations. + Assist with compensation forecasting and annual budgets. + Assist the Payroll department and HR with GL mapping of deductions and earnings codes. Essential Skills + Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting. + Proficiency with Excel. + Strong organizational, analytical, verbal, and written communication skills. + Ability to prioritize and work independently with minimal supervision. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in payroll accounting preferred. + Proficiency with Oracle accounting systems preferred. + Proficiency with ADP preferred. + A strong desire to develop into a future finance and accounting leader within a dynamic organization. Work Environment The position is based at the headquarters location. Ideally, the candidate will work in the office four days per week and remotely on Fridays. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Irving, Texas. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/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 hybrid position in Irving,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 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.