Human Resources/Payroll Assistant
Job Summary:
The Human Resource Assistant will perform administrative tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the organizations human resource department.
Supervisory Responsibilities: --None
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation.
• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.
• Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
• Provides clerical support to the HR department.
• May assist with payroll functions including processing, answering employee questions, fixing processing errors, and distributing checks.
• Acts as a liaison between the organization and external benefits providers and vendors, which may include health, disability, and retirement plan providers.
• Reconcile 401k deposits and benefit bills.
• Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
******** Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll management. Experience in Payroll - (UKG software is a plus.)
Education and Experience:
• Associates degree in related field required.
• Prior related office experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.