HUMAN RESOURCE/ PAYROLL ASSISTANT
Position Summary
The Human Resources / Payroll Assistant will provide administrative support for daily HR and payroll functions, including recruiting, onboarding, timekeeping, payroll, benefits, employee inquiries, and employee records.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, discreet with confidential information, and comfortable communicating with employees and management at all levels.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with recruiting, hiring, and employee onboarding.
- Post job vacancies, review applications, print applications, and schedule interviews.
- Assist with employee relations and conflict management efforts.
- Support positive and professional communication across departments and teams.
- Review employee timecards and ensure hours are accurate and properly recorded.
- Assist with payroll processing and maintain accurate payroll records.
- Assist with employee benefit administration.
- Respond to employee questions regarding:
- Payroll and wages
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Health insurance and benefits
- FMLA and leave-related matters
- Company policies and procedures
- General HR-related questions
- Organize and distribute employee paychecks and payroll-related documents.
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee and personnel records.
- Assist with Workers’ Compensation procedures and documentation.
- Assist with compliance-related HR tasks and documentation.
- Maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and payroll information.
- Perform other HR, payroll, and administrative duties as assigned.