Payroll Administrator Assistant

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in Crystal Springs, MS is seeking a Payroll Administrative Assistant to oversee payroll for 300+ employees and support the full HR lifecycle.

You will drive weekly payroll, ensure compliance, and assist with transitioning from UKG Kronos to ADP Time & Attendance while also supporting recruitment and onboarding initiatives. Ideal candidates hold an Associate degree in Business/HR, have 2+ years payroll experience, and are proficient with UKG Kronos or ADP Time &

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business/HR preferred.
• 2+ years of direct payroll experience required.
• Hands-on experience with UKG Kronos and/or ADP Time & Attendance strongly preferred.
• Experience with Workday is a plus.
• Strong computer skills and eagerness to learn new systems.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute weekly payroll processes for 300+ employees with accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and reporting requirements.
• Assist with the transition from UKG Kronos to ADP Time & Attendance; experience with either system is desirable.
• Maintain accurate employee records and timekeeping data.
• Support the full recruitment cycle—from sourcing to offer management.
• Assist with new hire orientation and onboarding activities.
• Coordinate interviews, meetings, and recruitment events.
• Track and analyze recruitment metrics to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Payroll processing

UKG Kronos

ADP Time & Attendance

Workday

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

HR systems

Education

Associate degree in Business/HR

Tools

UKG Kronos

ADP Time & Attendance

Workday

Job description

## Payroll Administrator AssistantApply: Onsite: Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of America: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 23, 2026 (29 days left to apply): R0145210**Location:**Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of America**Job ID:**R0145210**Date Posted:**2026-09-23**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY USA INC**Profession (Job Category):**Human Resources**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:**Are you a payroll pro with a passion for people? Hitachi Energy is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented HR Administrative Assistant with strong payroll expertise to join our fast-paced Human Resources team. With a workforce of 300+ employees, accurate and timely payroll processing is essential—and we need someone who can hit the ground running. In this critical role, you will support the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to exit—including significant involvement in payroll processing and issue resolution. We're currently transitioning from UKG Kronos to ADP Time & Attendance, and your experience will be instrumental in ensuring a smooth transition and continued accuracy. You’ll also assist in recruiting, onboarding, and supporting employee engagement initiatives.**How You'll Make an Impact*** Lead and execute weekly payroll processes with a high level of accuracy for 300+ employees.* Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws and reporting requirements.* Assist with the transition from UKG Kronos to ADP Time & Attendance—experience with either or both systems is highly desirable.* Maintain accurate employee records and timekeeping data.* Support the full recruitment cycle—from sourcing to offer management.* Assist with new hire orientation and onboarding activities.* Coordinate interviews, meetings, and recruitment events.* Track and analyze recruitment metrics to drive continuous improvement.**Your Background*** Associate degree in Business, HR, or a related field preferred.* 2+ years of direct payroll experience required, preferably in a manufacturing or high-volume environment.* Hands-on experience with UKG Kronos and/or ADP Time & Attendance systems is strongly preferred.* Experience with Workday is a plus.* Strong computer skills and eagerness to learn new systems.* Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.* Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.* Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.**More About Us**At Hitachi Energy, we’re committed to powering good for a sustainable energy future. You’ll join a collaborative team that values your growth, encourages innovation, and supports your career development through continuous learning and global opportunities.Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.***Equal Employment Opportunity*** ***(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities*****Equal Employment Opportunity****Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals****with disabilities.** **Accessibility and reasonable accommodation****Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a** **general inquiry form** **on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.****This accommodation channel is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.**