Human Resource Assistant

SAMUEL EPC; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

SAMUEL EPC in Abilene, TX is seeking a Human Resource Assistant to support payroll processing, maintain confidentiality, and ensure compliance with wage laws and company policies.

The role handles bi-weekly payroll, timesheet verification, certified payroll reporting, prevailing wage compliance, and related reconciliations, with additional HR tasks during peak periods. Strong Excel and payroll software skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of payroll or accounting experience.
• Construction payroll experience is a plus.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and basic accounting principles.
• Experience with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage requirements preferred.
• Proficient in Excel and payroll software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bi-weekly payroll processing for all employees.
• Review and enter timesheets ensuring hours, codes, and pay rates are correct.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local wage laws including prevailing wage requirements.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports.
• Assist with prevailing wage reporting and classifications.
• Support audits by maintaining payroll records.
• Respond to payroll inquiries professionally.
• Assist HR and Accounting with payroll reporting and reconciliations.
• Perform other administrative payroll duties as assigned.
• During peak periods provide general HR support and reporting.
• Assist our recruiter to source candidates and update our database.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Position Summary: The Human Resource Assistant is responsible for supporting the payroll function to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee pay, compliance with wage and hour regulations, and adherence to company policies. This role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality while assisting with payroll administration, certified payroll, and prevailing wage reporting. In addition, this position may support the Human Resources department with administrative tasks during peak periods.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and processing of bi-weekly payroll for all employees.
• Review, verify, and enter employee timesheets, ensuring accuracy in hours worked, job codes, and pay rates.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local wage laws, including prevailing wage requirements.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports in accordance with contracts and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with prevailing wage reporting, ensuring correct classifications and rates are applied.
• Support audits by maintaining accurate and organized payroll records.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist HR and Accounting with payroll-related reporting and reconciliations.
• Perform other administrative payroll duties as assigned.
• During peak periods, this position may also be required to provide support with general Human Resources tasks and reporting.
• Assist our recruiter to source candidates and update our database.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-3 years of payroll or accounting experience preferred; construction payroll experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of payroll systems and basic accounting principles.
• Experience with certified payroll reporting and prevailing wage requirements strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll software.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• This position must be able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment to support the goals of the HR/Payroll Department.

Work Environment: This position operates in a professional office setting with occasional deadlines requiring extended hours.

Salary: $23 - $27 per hour