Union Payroll Specialist

Talentify; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Union Payroll Specialist in Minneapolis, MN for a hybrid, contract-to-hire role. You will manage payroll for 300-500 union employees, handle wage calculations, garnishments, and deductions, and ensure timely government filings. The senior role requires 5+ years union payroll experience and knowledge of central region rules.

This position offers an hourly pay range and benefits, with eligibility based on employment status and company policy. Apply by the stated deadline.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of union payroll experience
• Union experience is a must
• Knowledge of central region payroll rules and regulations

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for 300-500 union employees.
• Calculate prevailing wage and job costs.
• Enter adjustments to payroll, including garnishments, deductions, and wage assignments.
• Request supplemental checks like child support and employee savings deposits.
• Process monthly billings for health and dental insurance and union dues.
• Maintain and complete all required payroll records, filings, and reports.
• Ensure timely filing of all government forms and reports.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports and filings.

Skills

Excel (pivot tables)

Regulations awareness

GL reconciliation

Job description

Union Payroll Specialist

Growing Company | Good Culture | Leader in the Industry

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for 300-500 union employees.
• Calculate prevailing wage and job costs.
• Enter adjustments to payroll, including garnishments, deductions, and wage assignments.
• Request supplemental checks like child support and employee savings deposits.
• Process monthly billings for health and dental insurance and union dues.
• Maintain and complete all required payroll records, filings, and reports.
• Ensure timely filing of all government forms and reports.
• Complete monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports and filings.
• 5+ years of Union Payroll experience
• Union experience is a must
• Knowledge of central region and states payroll rules and regulations

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Excel, including pivot tables and vlookups
• Ability to adapt to new laws and regulations
• Experience in reconciliation to the GL

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $31.75 - $38.17/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Minneapolis,MN.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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® Platinum Award 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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.