Key Responsibilities
Support the Human Resources department by assisting with payroll support responsibilities while developing knowledge of payroll and compensation administration processes. Will also help with administrative HR functions, employee record management, and onboarding activities.
This position will receive training in payroll and compensation administration to serve as a backup resource for payroll processing and related functions, and provide operational support to the HR team.
Payroll & Compensation Support
Assist with payroll preparation and payroll-related administrative tasks
Learn payroll processing procedures and payroll system functionality
Provide backup support for payroll administration during absences or peak periods
Assist with timekeeping audits and time clock maintenance
Support compensation plan administration and document management
Assist with payroll reporting and payroll record maintenance
Learn payroll compliance requirements and payroll processing workflows
Support year-end payroll preparation activities as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Human Resources Support
Assist with onboarding and new hire paperwork processes
Maintain employee files and records within the HR system
Process employee maintenance changes such as address updates, deductions, and general employee data changes
Assist with new hire orientations and onboarding coordination
Support recruitment activities including interview scheduling and applicant tracking
Assist with HR reporting, data entry, and record audits
Help maintain HR forms, templates, and documentation
Respond to general employee HR questions and requests
Assist with filing, document retention, and records management
Support benefits administration and other HR operational activities as needed
Other duties as assigned
General Responsibilities
Maintain confidentiality of employee and payroll information
Assist with special projects and department initiatives
Support continuous improvement of HR and payroll processes
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
Basic analytical and problem-solving abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
Ability to learn HR and payroll systems and processes
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Minimum Education Requirements
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred
Equivalent work experience may be considered
Required Experience
1–3 years of administrative, HR, payroll, accounting, or office support experience preferred
Experience working with Microsoft Office applications required
Experience with HRIS, payroll systems, or HCM systems preferred but not required
Experience handling confidential information preferred
Note:
The purpose of this outlined job description is to focus attention on the most important aspects of the job. It is not intended to be a complete list of every duty and it is therefore to be expected that the day to day performance of the job will frequently include tasks not listed above.
The list of duties for which the job-holder is responsible may be varied or added to at the discretion of your manager. Any permanent alterations are added to the job description.