HR Administrative Assistant

GritHR Solutions, LLC; Fayetteville (NC); Remote; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an HR Administrative Assistant to support core HR functions in a fully remote role. The ideal candidate will possess 2-4 years of HR experience and strong organizational skills, specializing in onboarding and payroll preparation. This position offers $45K-$55K in salary, depending on experience, with opportunities for growth in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunity for career growth

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in HR administration or people operations.
• Strong understanding of onboarding and payroll processes.
• Meticulous attention to detail and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end onboarding logistics for new hires.
• Prepare and validate payroll data in coordination with HR.
• Maintain and update employee records across HR systems.

Skills

Onboarding workflows

Payroll preparation

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

HRIS

Gusto

ADP

BambooHR

Job description

Job Title: HR Administrative Assistant
Location: Remote (U.S.-based)
Compensation: $45,000 – $55,000 (DOE)

About the Role:
We’re hiring an experienced HR Administrative Assistant to support core HR functions with precision, urgency, and professionalism. This role is ideal for someone who’s spent a few years in HR support and is ready to take ownership of onboarding, payroll prep, and systems reporting. You’ll be a key player in keeping our people operations organized and efficient.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end onboarding logistics for new hires, including document collection, system setup, and orientation support

• Prepare, review, and validate payroll data in coordination with HR and Finance

• Maintain and update employee records across HR systems (e.g., Gusto, ADP, BambooHR)

• Generate recurring and ad hoc reports from HRIS and payroll systems

• Track and follow up on compliance tasks, including training and documentation requirements

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies, benefits, and general HR processes

• Support administrative tasks tied to performance reviews, offboarding, and internal HR initiatives

What You Bring:

• 2–4 years of experience in HR administration or people operations

• Strong understanding of onboarding workflows and payroll prep cycles

• Experience using HRIS and payroll platforms

• Meticulous attention to detail and confidentiality

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Clear communication and a proactive, service-oriented approach

Why Join Us:

• Fully remote role with flexible working hours

• $45K–$55K salary, depending on experience

• Opportunity to grow with a company that values operational excellence

• Collaborative, fast-paced team environment with strong leadership support

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are committed to building a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe diversity drives innovation and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and supportive work environment.