HR Assistant -- Payroll

Jobot

Santa Clarita (CA)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 39,000

Full time

15 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful Work
Best in Class Firm
Competitive Pay
Benefits Package
Flexible Schedule
Career Growth
Team Activities

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an HR/Payroll Administrative Assistant to join our Valencia, CA offices. This permanent role focuses on payroll operations for a growing construction firm, handling payroll processing, PTO management, and HR tasks with accuracy.

Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years in HR with payroll focus, experience with HRIS (ADP Workforce Now), and strong attention to detail. The position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 1–2 years of HR experience with a strong payroll focus.
  • Experience using HRIS systems, specifically ADP Workforce Now.
  • Experience managing PTO, drug screening, and background checks, and administering benefits and leave.
  • Excellent attention to detail and high accuracy.
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Degree in HR, Business Administration or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Process payroll for all employees, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
  • Manage PTO for all staff, including tracking and resolving issues.
  • Handle drug screening and background checks for new hires.
  • Use HRIS to maintain records, generate reports and perform HR tasks.
  • Administer benefits and leaves, including enrollment and changes.
  • Collaborate with HR to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Assist with recruitment, onboarding and employee relations.

Skills

Payroll
HRIS
ADP Workforce Now
PTO management
Benefits administration
Leave administration
Attention to detail
Numerical skills
Organizational skills
Communication skills

Education

Degree in HR/Business Administration or related field

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

HR opportunity with a growing manufacturing firm

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Richard Idriss

Salary: $21 - $28 per hour

A bit about us

We're a rapidly growing manufacturing company looking for an HR/Payroll Administrative Assistant to join our team at our offices in Valencia, CA.

Why join us
  • Meaningful Work!
  • Best in Class Firm!
  • Competitive Compensation Package!
  • Complete Benefits Package!
  • Flexible Work Schedules!
  • Accelerated Career Growth!
  • Fun Company Activities!
  • Many More!
Job Details

Are you an experienced HR professional with a knack for numbers and a keen eye for detail? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have a passion for the construction industry? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. We are seeking a seasoned HR Assistant specializing in Payroll for our rapidly growing construction firm. This is a permanent position, offering a unique opportunity to play a crucial role in our HR department, ensuring our payroll operations run smoothly and efficiently.

Responsibilities
  1. Processing payroll for all employees, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
  2. Managing Paid Time Off (PTO) for all staff, including tracking, updating, and resolving any related issues.
  3. Handling all aspects of drug screening and background checks for potential new hires.
  4. Utilizing HRIS systems to maintain employee records, generate reports, and perform various HR-related tasks.
  5. Administering benefits and leave, including enrollment, changes, and terminations.
  6. Collaborating with other HR staff to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
  7. Assisting with other HR-related tasks as needed, such as recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations.
Qualifications
  1. A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in an HR role with a strong focus on payroll.
  2. Extensive experience using HRIS systems, specifically ADP Workforce Now.
  3. Proven experience managing PTO, conducting drug screening and background checks, and administering benefits and leave.
  4. Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work.
  5. Strong numerical skills and the ability to handle complex calculations.
  6. Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  7. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  8. The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  9. A degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

If you have the necessary skills and experience and are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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