Entry Level HR and Payroll Administrator

HR Solutions; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Solutions in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a detail-oriented individual for a combined human resources and payroll support role. You will help ensure employee records, payroll processing, and essential daily operations are completed accurately and on time.

Responsibilities include processing payroll data, maintaining confidential files, supporting onboarding, and responding to routine questions about payroll, benefits, and policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; related HR/payroll education preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or similar productivity tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing payroll data, timekeeping records, and employee updates
• Maintain 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

Time management

Communication

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

HR/Payroll/Business 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. If you are eager to develop your skills and support important employee-facing operations, we encourage you to apply.