Payroll Administrator

Entry-Level Project Payroll Administrator 6 month Contract-to-Hire | Onsite in

Richmond, CA Pay Rate:

$27-$32/hour (with benefits)

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, onsite with travel to Benicia and Martinez sites on occasion

Duration:

6‑month contract with strong intent to convert full-time About the Role We're hiring an Entry-Level Project Payroll Administrator to support payroll and project financial tracking for active construction projects in the Bay Area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their accounting or payroll career who wants hands-on experience , exposure to large-scale projects , and a clear path to a permanent role. You'll work closely with project teams, field employees, and operations staff to ensure accurate payroll processing and organized project financials. Why This Role Is a Great Opportunity Growth-focused role with exposure to payroll, invoicing, and project finance Contract-to-hire with the goal of permanent conversion Learn industry-standard systems (TRACK, SAP, CCM, Excel) Work directly with Project Managers and Engineers Ideal for early-career professionals looking to build a strong foundation What You'll Be Doing Track labor hours, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs Submit and verify daily and weekly time entries for payroll processing Coordinate payroll hours to ensure accurate and timely paychecks Enter project data into customer and internal systems (e.g., TRACK, SAP, CCM) Assist with invoice preparation using labor, material, and equipment data Maintain and update Excel-based tracking and reporting tools Support Project Engineers and Project Managers with cost tracking and reports Help prepare cost, forecast, and project status reports What We're Looking For Associate's degree in Accounting or related coursework/experience 0-2 years of payroll, accounting, or administrative experience (construction a plus, not required) Comfortable working with Excel and Microsoft Office (training provided for advanced functions) Willingness to learn payroll and timekeeping systems Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills Professional communication skills and a team-first mindset Work Environment & Expectations 100% onsite role in Richmond, CA Occasional travel to nearby project locations (Benicia, Martinez) Some projects may require working extended days (up to 12 hours) Overtime, weekend, and occasional holiday work may be required based on project needs Weekend schedules are typically known in advance Drug Test and Background Check required upon onboarding Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $32.00/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 fully onsite position in Richmond,CA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 6, 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 for other accommodation options.