Bilingual HR Payroll Specialist (English/Spanish) Full-TimeLocation: Columbus, NE Pay Rate: $25.00+ per hour, depending on experience (DOE) Employment Type: Full-Time
Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Bilingual HR Payroll Specialist to support payroll processing and human resources operations in Columbus, Nebraska. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll, maintaining employee records and assisting employees with payroll-related questions and HR matters. The ideal candidate is fluent in English and Spanish, has strong analytical and communication skills and can handle confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion.
Key Responsibilities
- Process weekly payroll accurately and ensure all payroll deadlines are met.
- Review employee timecards, timesheets, overtime, attendance, paid time off and other payroll adjustments.
- Verify employee hours, pay rates, deductions, bonuses and other compensation information.
- Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee questions regarding pay.
- Maintain accurate payroll documentation and confidential employee records.
- Assist with payroll tax withholding, garnishments, deductions and other payroll-related transactions.
- Coordinate payroll changes, new hire entries, terminations and employee status updates.
- Prepare payroll reports and assist with payroll audits and reconciliations.
- Communicate effectively in English and Spanish with employees, supervisors and management regarding payroll, attendance, benefits and HR policies.
- Assist with employee documentation and other human resources administrative tasks as needed.
- Protect sensitive payroll and employee information and follow established company procedures.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field preferred.
- Fluency in both English and Spanish, written and spoken.
- Previous experience in payroll, human resources, accounting or administrative support preferred.
- Knowledge of payroll processing, timekeeping, overtime calculations, deductions and employment documentation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with payroll software or timekeeping systems preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information professionally.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
Compensation & Employment
Pay: $25.00+ per hour, depending on experience Employment Type: Full-time Location: Columbus, Nebraska