Ready for an office career where you can make a difference?

We're seeking an HR/Payroll Clark at Kama'aina Kids Corporate Office in Kailua!

Kama‘aina Kids is Hawaii’s largest locally owned and operated childcare provider. We are driven to serve children, families and our communities by providing ongoing quality education and enrichment programs to help build a sense of Self, Community and Environment. We offer meaningful benefits that support our Ohana, providing opportunity for growth and development at every level.

Our organization was recently recognized as a Top Workplace in both Hawaii and the USA. This award platform identifies and honors companies that prioritize their employees' well-being, as reflected in their positive feedback about the organization's culture and people-centric values.

We invest in our people and are committed to caring for Hawaii's children!

Are you an organized and enthusiastic professional with experience in either HR or Payroll? If the answer is yes, please keep reading!

Position Title: Human Resources/Payroll Clerk

Reports to: VP of Human Resources

Location: Corporate Office 156C Hamakua Drive Kailua HI 96734

Schedule: Full-Time Monday – Friday

Salary: $50,000 (DOE)

POSITIONSUMMARY:

This position is part of the HR/Payroll department. The HR/Payroll Clerk will be responsible for General HR/Payroll functions within the department. This includes assisting the VP of Human Resources and the department with everything from new hire processing, training, payroll, employee benefits, worker’s comp, and TDI, etc. Additionally, the HR Payroll Clerk will also help with maintaining compliance with State and Federal laws and company policies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain healthy communication with field staff for accurate account information.
• Provide exceptional customer service in the onboarding process and for all employee inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with State and Federal labor laws and regulations.
• Responsible for daily functions of the HR/PR department. Duties may include but not limited to new hire processing, training, assisting current staff with phone, email or in-person inquiries.
• Payroll – will be involved in the semi-monthly payroll processing for all staff.
• Creating new hire files, filing, organizing and maintaining all HR files, current and previous. Updating UltiPro payroll system.
• Background checks and fingerprinting – will need to keep School Age fingerprinting system updated, make new hire staff fingerprint appointments, etc.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be a team member of the HR/Payroll department and support the team as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• College Education preferred but not required. 
• Similar work experience in HR or Payroll is required.
• Basic Human Resources knowledge.
• Excel and Word software experience.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Payroll processing experience.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ambitious, goal oriented, self-starters preferred.
• Professional with positive attitude and ability to work well with office peers.

WORK SCHEDULE:

• Monday – Friday, approx. 8am – 5 pm at our Kailua Office.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 40lbs.

Kama’aina Kids Benefits:(Benefits vary based on hours worked)

• Up to $250 New Hire Bonus
• Competitive Pay Rates ($50,000 annual salary D.O.E.)
• College Tuition Reimbursement ($2000 per year)
• Student Loan Assistance
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Comprehensive Training (Community First Aid, CPR/AED Certification)
• 401k with Company Match
• Health Insurance (Plus vision and dental)
• Pet Insurance
• Childcare Discounts (Up to 75% discount)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays (10 per year)
• Employee Birthday Holiday

Are you ready to join a great team where you can make a difference?

Bring your passion to us and apply at Kama’aina Kids today!

*Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside in Hawaii (or have plans to relocate) to qualify.

Kama’aina Kids is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ‘ohana.