Entry Level HR and Payroll Administrator

HR Solutions; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HR/payroll training

Professional development

Broad admin exposure

Collaborative culture

Inclusive workplace

Job summary

HR Solutions in Baton Rouge is seeking a detail-oriented HR and payroll support specialist to assist with payroll data, employee records, onboarding, and routine inquiries.

This role emphasizes confidentiality, accuracy, and teamwork, offering hands-on HR and payroll experience within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; additional education in HR, Payroll, business, accounting, or related field preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar productivity tools
• Willingness to learn payroll and HR systems and processes
• Positive attitude and ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing payroll data, timekeeping records, and employee updates
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel files and HR documentation
• Support onboarding activities, including new hire paperwork and system setup
• Respond to routine employee questions regarding payroll, benefits, and company policies
• Help prepare reports, spreadsheets, and other administrative documents
• Review records for accuracy and follow up on missing or incomplete information
• Coordinate with internal departments to support HR and payroll workflows
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team as needed

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Confidentiality

Payroll knowledge (learning)

Education

High school diploma

HR/Payroll related education preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to join our team in a combined human resources and payroll support role. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, handling confidential information with care, and supporting essential daily operations in a professional environment. The successful candidate will help ensure employee records, payroll processes, and administrative tasks are completed accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing payroll data, timekeeping records, and employee updates
• Maintain accurate and confidential personnel files and HR documentation
• Support onboarding activities, including new hire paperwork and system setup
• Respond to routine employee questions regarding payroll, benefits, and company policies
• Help prepare reports, spreadsheets, and other administrative documents
• Review records for accuracy and follow up on missing or incomplete information
• Coordinate with internal departments to support HR and payroll workflows
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required; additional education in HR, Payroll, business, accounting, or a related field is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar productivity tools
• Willingness to learn payroll and HR systems and processes
• Positive attitude and ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Preferred Skills

• Experience with data entry, administrative support, or office coordination
• Familiarity with payroll processing or human resources tasks
• Comfort working with spreadsheets and HR software
• Customer service experience in a professional setting

What We Offer

• A supportive environment with opportunities to build foundational HR and payroll experience
• Hands-on learning and professional development
• Exposure to a wide range of administrative and people-focused responsibilities
• A collaborative team culture that values accuracy, professionalism, and reliability

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all team members can contribute and grow.