The HR Assistant – Payroll & Benefits is responsible for supporting day-to-day HR operations with a primary focus on processing payroll, maintaining employee records, and administering benefits. This role ensures accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance while providing excellent service to employees and management.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Support

• Preparation and processing of weekly and biweekly payroll
• Review and reconcile employee timekeeping data
• Enter payroll changes, including but not limited to new hires, terminations, raises, deductions, garnishments, and other compensations, into the system
• Address payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Maintain payroll records and support payroll audits

Benefit Administration

• Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations
• Coordinate open enrollment activities and prepare employee communication
• Serve as point of contact for benefit providers and employee benefit questions
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date benefit records and documentation
• Assist with COBRA administration and compliance

HR Support

• Maintain confidential employee files, databases, and HRIS systems
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes
• Support HR initiatives, training, and compliance tracking
• Help prepare reports related to payroll, benefits, and employee data
• Perform other HR-related duties as assigned 

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in HR or payroll administration preferred
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including FLSA, HIPAA, and ACA
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and payroll/HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Work Environment

Position may require the ability to lift up to 25 lbs.