Payroll & HR Assistant

About The Company

McAngus Goudelock & Courie (MGC) is an industry-leading civil litigation firm with a rich history of excellence spanning over 30 years. Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2025, MGC has established a strong presence with 22 offices across 12 states, demonstrating its commitment to providing exceptional legal services and fostering a collaborative, innovative workplace environment. The firm values integrity, professionalism, and dedication, making it a sought-after employer in the legal sector. MGC continuously strives to support its team members through comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a culture that promotes diversity and inclusion.

About The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Payroll & HR Assistant to join our Human Resources team in Columbia, South Carolina. This role is pivotal in supporting the daily operations of our HR and payroll functions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all processes. The successful candidate will serve as a backup for payroll processing, assist with onboarding and off-boarding procedures, manage employee records, and support benefits administration. This position offers a hybrid/remote schedule, providing flexibility while maintaining a focus on confidentiality and customer service excellence. The ideal candidate will be dependable, discreet, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the overall success of our HR team and the firm's continued growth.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a 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

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage
• Casual dress code fostering a comfortable work environment
• Mental health support resources to promote well-being
• Employee resource groups dedicated to diversity, opportunity, and inclusion
• Flexible hybrid/remote work schedule options
• Competitive pay and benefits package