Payroll Specialist/HR Admin

Position Summary/Objective:
Responsible for processing payroll and providing support to human resources functions. Ensures accurate and timely payroll administration, maintains personnel records, assists with benefits administration, and supports HR compliance and reporting requirements.

Essential Functions:
- Process weekly payroll accurately and timely, including new hires, terminations, and payroll changes.
- Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Assist with employee benefits administration, enrollments, and changes.
- Maintain personnel files and HRIS database with confidentiality and accuracy.
- Support HR compliance, reporting, and audits as needed.
- Assist employees with payroll and benefits questions.
- Provide support to HR department initiatives.

Competencies:
1. Knowledge of payroll systems (Paycom experience preferred) and HR processes.
2. Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
3. Organizational and planning skills.
4. Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
5. Communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
 

Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Associate’s in Accounting, Business, or related field preferred.
- 3–5 years of payroll and/or HR experience in a corporate environment.
- Knowledge of payroll systems (Paycom preferred), processes, and relevant labor laws.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
 

Physical Demands:
Office Environment Work: 
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and computer workstation.
- Frequent use of computers, phones, and office equipment requiring repetitive motions of wrists, hands, and fingers.
- Regular talking and hearing for communication with employees, managers, and vendors.

Work Requirements: 
- Occasionally required to lift and move files, binders, or office equipment up to 20 pounds.
- Occasional walking within office areas; occasional bending or reaching to access files or supplies.
Environmental Conditions: 
- Work performed primarily in an office environment with controlled climate.
- Noise level generally low to moderate.