Seeking a Payroll Analyst in the Houston Area!!

Job Description

The Payroll Analyst is responsible for ensuring full compliance with federal, state, and local prevailing wage laws for government-funded construction projects. This role oversees the end-to-end certified payroll process, including wage determinations, labor classifications, fringe calculations, correction of variances, and the preparation and submission of weekly certified payroll reports through FCC, LCPTracker, and EMARS systems.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with prevailing wage laws for government-funded construction projects.Oversee the certified payroll process including wage determinations, labor classifications, and fringe calculations.Correct variances and prepare weekly certified payroll reports.Use FCC, LCPTracker, and EMARS systems for payroll reporting.Coordinate projects and ensure quality assurance.Interpret regulatory requirements accurately.Manage time effectively to meet urgent deadlines and handle high-volume weekly submissions.

Essential Skills

5+ years of Certified Payroll experience.Experience with LCPTracker and EMARS systems.Advanced understanding of Davis-Bacon, SCA, prevailing wage determinations, and fringe benefits.Proficiency in payroll systems such as Paycom, ADP, and Workday.Strong analytical, organizational, and detail-oriented skills.Strong Excel and reporting skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with union payroll and construction reconciliation.Skills in audit and regulatory interpretation.Ability to handle payroll processing, data entry, payroll tax, and accounting.

Work Environment

The work environment offers a great company culture and a relaxed atmosphere where employees can gain industry knowledge. The role requires working in the office with the flexibility of one day working from home, although the day is predetermined. Employees should expect to use technologies such as FCC time clock system, LCPTracker, and EMARS reporting systems.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

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\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • 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 Dec 14, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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