Human Resources Assistant

Knights Companies Inc; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Short-Term Disability (STD)

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Knights Companies Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented HR Assistant to support onboarding, employee records, benefits, and payroll activities in a fast-paced environment. You will partner with the HR team to ensure accurate data and a smooth employee experience.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree, 1–3 years' HR or administrative experience, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS. Some travel (up to 15%) may be required as we operate across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in HR administration or related administrative role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn HRIS.
• Ability to work with all levels of the organization, including management team.
• Ability to travel up to 15% to company locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the HR Department.
• Administer end-to-end onboarding logistics for new hires, including document collection, system setup, and orientation support
• Conduct new hire orientation sessions weekly
• Assist in maintaining employee records
• Assist with processing weekly payroll, auditing timecards, earnings, deductions, and employee records to ensure payroll accuracy
• Prepare HR reports, spreadsheets and correspondence
• Assist employees with benefits administration, including enrollment, changes, and employee inquiries
• Review insurance invoices for accuracy, balance, and proper segmentation for accounting purposes
• Process termination paperwork for departing employees to ensure smooth offboarding
• Track and manage company store orders to ensure timely delivery and inventory accuracy
• Assist with special projects as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

HRIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Description

We are seeking a Human Resources Assistant to support our human resources department. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a smooth onboarding experience and ensure efficient HR operations. The ideal candidate will be organized, communicative, and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do:

• Provide administrative support to the HR Department.
• Administer end-to-end onboarding logistics for new hires, including document collection, system setup, and orientation support
• Conduct new hire orientation sessions weekly
• Assist in maintaining employee records
• Assist with processing weekly payroll, auditing timecards, earnings, deductions, and employee records to ensure payroll accuracy
• Prepare HR reports, spreadsheets and correspondence
• Assist employees with benefits administration, including enrollment, changes, and employee inquiries
• Review insurance invoices for accuracy, balance, and proper segmentation for accounting purposes
• Process termination paperwork for departing employees to ensure smooth offboarding
• Track and manage company store orders to ensure timely delivery and inventory accuracy
• Assist with special projects as assigned

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay with opportunities for growth
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 1 to 3 years of experience in HR administration or related administrative role
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn human resource information system (HRIS)
• Ability to work with all levels of the organization, including management team
• Ability to travel up to 15% to company locations.

Interested in opportunities in other Knight's Companies locations?

We're hiring across our other markets:

• Lowcountry: Charleston/Jedburg/St. George/Moncks Corner
• Midlands: Columbia/Lexington/Irmo/Blythewood/Lugoff/Sumter
• South: Hampton/Beaufort/Okatie/Richmond Hill/Savannah

Visit our careers page to explore all openings: www.knightscompanies.com

Join our team and be part of a company that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and comprehensive benefits to help you succeed in your career.

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