HR & Payroll Coordinator

Liberty1 Financial; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Job summary

Liberty1 Financial is seeking a People Operations Coordinator in Tempe to manage payroll, HR operations, leaves, and office duties. The role partners with the Director of People Operations to ensure smooth HR processes and a positive employee experience across the organization.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in HR, payroll exposure across multiple states, and solid experience with HRIS and Excel. This non-exempt, full-time position offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of HR experience or equivalent in People Operations/Payroll
• Experience with multi-state payroll and HRIS data integrity
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Discretion handling confidential information

Responsibilities

• Review and audit timecards for accuracy
• Process payroll changes for hires, terminations, compensation updates, PTO, and benefits deductions
• Administer payroll within HRIS and prepare for executive review
• Maintain payroll records and employee data; resolve discrepancies with Finance
• Coordinate onboarding and new hire experiences; support HRIS data integrity
• Administer leaves of absence (FMLA, ADA, workers' comp, state leaves)
• Assist with benefits administration and recruiting coordination
• Respond to employee questions about payroll, benefits, policies, and processes
• Prepare reports and support compliance initiatives
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and operational efficiency
• Support day-to-day office operations and vendor relationships

Skills

Payroll administration

HRIS system

Office administration

Leave management

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

HRIS system

Payroll software

Job description

Build your HR career with a company that's growing.

At Liberty1 Financial, our People Operations team is focused on creating an outstanding employee experience while building efficient, scalable processes that support our growing business. We're looking for a People Operations Coordinator who enjoys bringing order to complexity, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in delivering exceptional service.

This role is ideal for someone with 1–3 years of HR experience who is ready to take ownership of payroll administration, HR operations, leave management, and office operations while growing their career in People Operations.

If you're organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and enjoy improving processes, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

As the People Operations Coordinator, you'll partner closely with the Director of People Operations to ensure our HR and office operations run smoothly while delivering an exceptional experience for employees across the organization.

Payroll Administration

Payroll is a key responsibility of this role. You'll be responsible for preparing payroll each pay period by:

• Reviewing and auditing employee timecards for accuracy
• Processing payroll-related employee changes, including new hires, terminations, compensation updates, PTO adjustments, and benefit deductions
• Administering payroll within the HRIS and preparing payroll for final executive review
• Maintaining accurate payroll records and employee data
• Partnering with managers and Finance to resolve payroll discrepancies
• Ensuring payroll deadlines are consistently met

People Operations

You'll support employees throughout the entire employee lifecycle by:

• Coordinating onboarding and new hire experiences
• Maintaining employee records and HRIS data integrity
• Administering employee leaves of absence, including FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation, and state leave programs, with guidance on complex matters
• Supporting benefits administration and employee changes
• Assisting with recruiting coordination and interview scheduling
• Responding to employee questions regarding payroll, benefits, policies, and People Operations processes
• Preparing reports, maintaining documentation, and supporting compliance initiatives
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and operational efficiency

Office Operations

You'll also help create an organized and welcoming workplace by:

• Supporting the day-to-day operations of our office
• Serving as the primary contact for office-related questions and operational needs
• Managing office supplies, inventory, kitchen, and common areas
• Coordinating with building management, IT vendors, maintenance providers, and other service partners
• Assisting with vendor relationships and office services
• Supporting company meetings, employee events, celebrations, and recognition programs
• Helping coordinate internal communications and workplace initiatives

What We're Looking For

• 1–3 years of experience in Human Resources, People Operations, Payroll, or Office Administration
• Experience preparing or administering a Multi-state payroll
• Experience using an HRIS and payroll system
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting recurring deadlines
• Leave administration (FMLA, ADA, workers' compensation)
• Supporting a fast-paced, growing organization
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• High level of professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development

This position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and applicable state law, and is therefore eligible for overtime compensation. The compensation range provided represents Liberty1 Financial's good-faith estimate for this role at the time of posting. Actual offers will be determined based on the selected candidate's relevant experience, skill set, and demonstrated competencies as they align with the responsibilities of the position.