Payroll & HR Assistant

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Payroll Support
  • Serve as backup support for payroll processing, including data entry, timecard review, and payroll audits
  • Assist with maintaining accurate employee payroll records
  • Respond to employee payroll-related questions and assist with issue resolution
  • Cook with payroll vendors or internal accounting teams as needed
  • Maintain payroll documentation and reports
• HR Administration
  • Aid with onboarding activities, including new hire paperwork, background checks, I-9/E-Verify, HR system setup, and employee file creation
  • Support offboarding processes, including exit paperwork, benefits & payroll notifications
  • Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data
  • Complete employment verifications
  • Aid with benefits enrollment, benefit changes, and employee communications
  • Help organize employee engagement activities and internal communications
• General Administrative Support
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and company information
  • Aid with gathering data and required documents for audits, reporting, and compliance tracking
  • Support HR projects and process improvement initiatives
  • Perform other administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ace in an Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred
• 1–3 years of payroll, HR, administrative, or office support experience preferred
• Basic understanding of payroll processes and HR practices
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Additional Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Casual dress code
• Mental health support resources
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion