HR and Payroll Specialist

Edwards Federal Credit Union is seeking an HR & Payroll Specialist to support day-to-day human resources and payroll operations in partnership with our Professional Employer Organization (PEO). This role is ideal for a detail-oriented HR professional who enjoys supporting employees, ensuring payroll accuracy, and helping HR processes run smoothly in a regulated environment.

Guided by our People First culture, this position serves as a trusted point of contact for employees while collaborating closely with Finance, leadership, and our PEO partners.

What You’ll Do

HR Administration & Employee Lifecycle Support

• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding activities in partnership with the PEO
• Maintain accurate, confidential employee records across internal systems and PEO platforms
• Support employee changes including promotions, compensation updates, leaves of absence, and status changes
• Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions related to payroll, benefits, and HR policies
• Assist with performance review cycles, training tracking, and employee engagement initiatives
• Support HR reporting, documentation, and recordkeeping aligned with internal controls and regulatory expectations

Payroll Coordination

• Act as the primary liaison with the PEO for payroll-related matters
• Submit and validate payroll data including new hires, terminations, pay changes, PTO, and bonuses
• Review payroll previews for accuracy and resolve discrepancies prior to processing
• Coordinate payroll corrections, off-cycle checks, and retroactive adjustments
• Partner with Finance on payroll reconciliations, reporting, and audits

Benefits Administration Support

• Coordinate benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations through the PEO
• Assist employees with benefit questions, qualifying life events, and enrollment timelines
• Support open enrollment communications and internal tracking
• Maintain benefits-related documentation and records

Employee Records & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, confidential personnel files in compliance with employment laws and credit union standards
• Ensure proper segregation and retention of personnel, medical, I-9, and payroll records
• Support internal audits, NCUA examinations, and regulatory requests by producing authorized documentation
• Administer employee personnel file requests in accordance with state requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Two-year degree or equivalent experience required
• 1–3 years of experience in payroll processing and HR operations
• Experience working with HRIS/HCM systems (PEO-supported environments preferred)
• Working knowledge of payroll, benefits administration, and HR compliance
• Basic knowledge of California employment law preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to validate payroll and personnel data
• Excellent organizational, communication, and follow-up skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple priorities in a regulated environment

Why Edwards Federal Credit Union?

At Edwards FCU, our values guide how we work every day:

• People First – Supporting employees with care, respect, and responsiveness
• Do the Right Thing – Ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance
• Make It Simple – Communicating clearly and reducing complexity

Join a collaborative team where your work directly supports employees and strengthens the organization.

Pay: $22.22 - $27.77 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Payroll: 1 year (Preferred)
• Human resources: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Palmdale, CA 93551 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $28