HUMAN Resources Specialist

HR Specialist

The HR Specialist is responsible for overseeing key human resources functions with a strong focus on payroll processing and compliance. This position ensures employees are paid accurately and on time while also providing administrative and HR support in areas such as recordkeeping, onboarding, and employee relations. The ideal candidate will have strong payroll expertise paired with a broad interest in HR, bringing attention to detail, professionalism, and confidentiality to all tasks. This role reports directly to the HR Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll accurately and timely, including employee hours, wages, bonuses, deductions, withholdings, and adjustments.
• Maintain and update employee data within the benefit administration and payroll systems, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Reconcile payroll data, prepare reports, and support accounting with general ledger entries.
• Respond to employee payroll and benefits inquiries, resolving issues with professionalism and discretion.
• Assist with onboarding activities, including new hire orientation, collecting and filing required documentation, and setting up employee records.
• Perform periodic audits of HR and payroll files to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support HR department with administrative tasks such as preparing letters, forms, and reports; maintaining filing systems; and assisting with audits.
• Assist in planning and executing employee engagement events, benefits enrollment, and other HR initiatives.
• Provide general support to managers and HR leadership, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and handling correspondence.
• Perform other HR and office duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience processing payroll, preferably with HRIS and accounting software.
• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance, deductions, and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive information with tact and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and comfortable learning new HR/payroll systems.
• High school diploma required; further education in HR, accounting, or business administration preferred.

Character & Work Style

• Professional, dependable, and approachable with a positive attitude.
• Self-directed and able to work independently while also contributing to a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a growth mindset, open to learning and feedback.

Compensation & Schedule

• Full-time, 40-45 hours per week (with overtime as needed).
• $22–25 per hour, depending on experience.