Job Description We are seeking an experienced Interim Payroll Consultant to lead the implementation, configuration, testing, and ongoing optimization of the Paycom HRIS/payroll platform. This role serves as the primary payroll subject matter expert and key liaison between internal stakeholders and the Paycom implementation team. Responsibilities Manage end-to-end multi-state payroll processing for hourly, salaried, union, and non-union employees, ensuring timely and accurate payroll execution while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Oversee prevailing wage and certified payroll reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with Davis-Bacon, state prevailing wage laws, and customer-specific labor reporting obligations across construction projects. Administer employee benefits, deductions, and leave programs, partnering with HR and external vendors to ensure accurate enrollment, payroll integration, reconciliations, and compliance with applicable regulations. Develop and maintain payroll controls, processes, and reporting capabilities, leveraging Paycom functionality to improve efficiency, data accuracy, audit readiness, and workforce analytics. Collaborate with project accounting, field operations, HR, and finance teams to support labor costing, job costing allocations, union reporting, and workforce compliance requirements unique to the construction industry. Serve as a hands-on payroll leader and resource for employees and management, resolving complex payroll issues, training end users, and driving continuous process improvements as the organization grows and scales. Essential Skills Experience with payroll management and Paycom implementation. Knowledge of prevailing wage laws and union payroll processes. Proven experience in administering employee benefits and leave programs. Strong skills in developing payroll controls and reporting capabilities. Additional Skills & Qualifications 8+ years of payroll leadership or consulting experience. Experience implementing a HRIS system, ideally Paycom. Familiarity with construction industry payroll practices. Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Work Environment The payroll team is small, comprising around three people, and the current Payroll Manager is on leave. This role will serve as an interim consultant, with the potential for conversion to a full-time position based on performance and organizational needs. The larger accounting and finance team consists of approximately eight people, and the company has a workforce of 500-600 employees, with a strong focus on industrial projects. The company uses Spectrum as their ERP and LCP for certified payrolls. Flexible office presence is preferred, with a focus on finding the right candidate and determining a suitable schedule thereafter. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Goodhue, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/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 Goodhue,MN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 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® 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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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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.