HR & Payroll Specialist

About the role

This is an on-site position and can be based from any of Asure's hub office locations including Cherry Hill, NJ; Rochester, NY; or Nashville, TN.

Responsibilities

• Onboarding & Offboarding: Coordinate all pre-employment activities including background checks, documentation, and new hire orientation. Prepare and process new hire paperwork and ensure accurate setup in HR systems. Conduct onboarding sessions to familiarize new hires with company policies, benefits, and procedures. Manage the offboarding process, including exit interviews, termination documentation, and final pay coordination.
• Benefits Administration: Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits inquiries, providing guidance and resolving issues. Enroll, update, and terminate employees in benefit programs (health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.). Liaise with benefit vendors and brokers to ensure accurate and timely processing. Assist in annual benefits open enrollment and employee communications.
• Payroll Processing: Collect and process employee time and attendance records for payroll. Coordinate with Finance/Payroll providers to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing. Verify payroll data including bonuses, deductions, and leaves. Maintain up-to-date employee records in HRIS and ensure compliance with payroll and tax regulations.
• General HR Support: Maintain and update employee records in HRIS and personnel files. Support compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws. Assist with HR reporting and audits as required. Help coordinate employee engagement and training initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in HR administration or a related role.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems and payroll platforms.
• Solid understanding of HR practices, labor laws, and payroll principles.
• Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word.

Pay

The base hourly for this role is $31.25 - $36.00 an hour, based on relevant experience, skills, and industry knowledge. Salary information is determined by market location and is provided in accordance with state and local pay-transparency laws.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA—All effective on day 1!
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Accident & Disability (A+D), Long-Term Disability, and Short-Term Disability
• 401K Program with 3% safe harbor contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Self-Managed PTO