Payroll Associate

Aston Carter•Town of Oyster Bay, NY

4d•$27 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

Our client is seeking a Payroll Coordinator to join their collaborative team supporting payroll operations for union and prevailing wage construction projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with administrative, accounting, bookkeeping, or payroll experience who wants hands-on exposure to a specialized and in-demand area of payroll. You'll work closely with an experienced payroll team, gain valuable knowledge of union and certified payroll processes, and have the opportunity to grow your career within a stable and supportive organization.

Requirements

6+ months of payroll, accounting, bookkeeping, administrative, or data entry experience
Experience working with Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism
Effective communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

Nice To Haves

Experience with ADP, SAP, or other payroll systems is a plus
Union payroll, prevailing wage, or certified payroll experience is helpful but not required

Responsibilities

Review and enter employee payroll information accurately and efficiently
Process employee timecards and track hours worked across multiple projects
Support payroll operations for union employees and construction projects
Maintain payroll records, employee files, and supporting documentation
Assist with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage compliance
Review payroll deductions, garnishments, and other payroll-related information
Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide excellent internal support
Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting activities
Support quarter-end and year-end payroll processes
Work within payroll and HRIS systems such as ADP, SAP, or similar platforms
Collaborate with the payroll team to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing