Job Description The Payroll Accountant is responsible for preparing accurate and timely weekly payroll for both union and confidential employees. This role ensures full compliance with union agreements, federal and state tax regulations, and internal company policies. In addition to processing payroll, the position manages payroll-related reporting, union benefits administration, certified payroll submissions, payroll tax filings, and the reconciliation of payroll liability accounts to the general ledger. The ideal candidate is highly detail‑oriented, patient, and comfortable working with imperfect or evolving data. This individual must proactively verify union rates, benefits, and deductions to ensure payroll accuracy, equitable treatment of employees, and adherence to audit standards. Success in this role requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work cross‑functionally to resolve discrepancies. Core Skills + Payroll + Payroll Processing + Payroll Accounting + Payroll Tax + General Ledger Top Skills Details + Payroll + Payroll Processing + Payroll Accounting + Payroll Tax + General Ledger Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with construction industry payroll + Union audit coordination experience + Health & welfare benefit reporting + 401(k) plan administration, including: + Weekly data uploads + Reconciliations + Annual reporting + W‑2 preparation + Basic bookkeeping and accounting knowledge + Experience reconciling benefit invoices + Ability to collaborate effectively with HR and Accounting + College coursework or a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Saint Louis, MO. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $80000.00/yr. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance offered to employees 401(k) retirement plan available Paid Time Off (PTO) / Vacation policy provided Competitive pay and benefits frequently noted in employee reviews Good work‑life balance relative to construction industry norms Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026. 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.