Human Resources Payroll Coordinator

LHH; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

LHH in Duluth, GA is seeking an organized HR & Payroll Coordinator to join our team onsite. You will support payroll operations, onboarding, recruiting, and daily HR administration, contributing to a positive employee experience in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 1–2 years of HR/payroll experience, with Dayforce experience preferred. Strong attention to detail and solid communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field.
• 1-2 years experience supporting HR and payroll functions.
• Experience with HRIS platforms; Dayforce preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll processing, onboarding, employee records, and recruiting best practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Support payroll processing, including audits, wage calculations, overtime, bonuses, and employee pay adjustments.
• Maintain employee records and HRIS data for new hires, promotions, transfers, and terminations.
• Assist employees with payroll and HR-related questions.
• Coordinate onboarding activities and new hire paperwork.
• Source and screen candidates through job boards, referrals, and networks.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate communication between candidates and hiring managers.
• Partner with hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and HR documentation.
• Support HR projects, compliance efforts, audits, and process improvements.

Skills

Payroll processing

HRIS expertise

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Accounting

Tools

Dayforce

Job description

LHH is seeking an organized and detail-oriented HR & Payroll Coordinator to join their team in Duluth, GA. In this role, you'll play a key part in supporting payroll operations, employee onboarding, recruiting efforts, and day-to-day HR administration. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys a fast-paced environment and wants to make a meaningful impact on the employee experience.

What You'll Do

• Support payroll processing, including audits, wage calculations, overtime, bonuses, and employee pay adjustments.
• Maintain employee records and HRIS data, including new hires, promotions, transfers, and terminations.
• Assist employees with payroll and HR-related questions.
• Coordinate onboarding activities, including employment documentation and new hire paperwork.
• Source and screen candidates through job boards, referrals, social media, and professional networks.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate communication between candidates and hiring managers.
• Partner with hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and HR documentation.
• Support HR projects, compliance efforts, audits, and process improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience supporting HR and payroll functions.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms; Dayforce experience is highly preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll processing, onboarding, employee records management, and recruiting best practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting HR and payroll in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Familiarity with federal and state payroll and employment regulations.
• Experience with applicant tracking systems and recruiting tools.

Why Apply?

This opportunity offers broad exposure across payroll, recruiting, onboarding, and human resources operations, making it an ideal role for someone looking to build a well-rounded HR career while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Job Type

• Onsite
• Full Time
• Direct Hire

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Benefits

• Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan.
• Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.
• Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.