Payroll and HR Coordinator

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 4,822,000 - 5,786,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Additional voluntary benefit plans

401(k) plan

Employee assistance program

Paid leave where required by law

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is actively seeking a Payroll/HR Coordinator in Washington, DC to support weekly payroll operations, onboarding/offboarding, and HR compliance activities. This role requires strong payroll experience, attention to detail, and solid knowledge of compliance reporting, including prevailing wage and certified payroll.

The ideal candidate will manage payroll for 180+ employees, assist with accuracy, respond to payroll inquiries, and support HR processes and regulations

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of payroll experience, including payroll software systems.
• Experience with certified payroll processing strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of prevailing wage regulations, Davis-Bacon requirements, and compliance reporting is a plus.
• Understanding of union and non-union payroll practices preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing weekly payroll for 180+ employees.
• Verify electronic timecard submissions and ensure payroll records are accurate.
• Support retroactive payroll adjustments and payroll corrections as needed.
• Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, timekeeping, and payroll-related concerns.
• Prepare payroll-related reports, including certified payroll and compliance reporting.
• Assist with unemployment claims, employment verifications, and payroll documentation requests.
• Complete and maintain required payroll and compliance forms accurately and timely.
• Support prevailing wage and certified payroll reporting requirements.
• Assist with onboarding and separation processes in HR.
• Maintain personnel records and HR documentation requirements.
• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Assist with benefits administration and HR reporting functions.
• Provide administrative support for various HR initiatives and projects.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Payroll/HR Coordinator

Location: Washington, DC (Onsite)
Pay Rate: $35.00 - $40.00/hour
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Company: LHH Recruitment Solutions

About the Role

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll/HR Coordinator to support payroll processing, compliance reporting, and human resources administration for a growing organization in Washington, DC. This position is ideal for someone with payroll experience, strong organizational skills, and a solid understanding of compliance requirements, including prevailing wage and certified payroll processes.

The Payroll/HR Coordinator will play a key role in supporting weekly payroll operations, employee onboarding and offboarding activities, and HR compliance initiatives. The ideal candidate is highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and committed to accuracy and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Assist with processing weekly payroll for 180+ employees.

• Verify electronic timecard submissions and ensure payroll records are accurate.

• Support retroactive payroll adjustments and payroll corrections as needed.

• Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, timekeeping, and payroll-related concerns.

• Prepare payroll-related reports, including certified payroll and compliance reporting.

• Assist with unemployment claims, employment verifications, and payroll documentation requests.

• Complete and maintain required payroll and compliance forms accurately and timely.

• Support prevailing wage and certified payroll reporting requirements.

Human Resources Support

• Assist with employee onboarding and separation processes.

• Maintain personnel records and support HR documentation requirements.

• Support compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

• Assist with benefits administration and HR reporting functions.

• Provide administrative support for various HR initiatives and projects.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Minimum 2 years of payroll experience, including payroll software systems.

• Experience with certified payroll processing strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of prevailing wage regulations, Davis-Bacon requirements, and compliance reporting is a plus.

• Understanding of union and non-union payroll practices preferred.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Adobe Acrobat.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Why Work With LHH?

LHH Recruitment Solutions connects talented professionals with industry-leading companies nationwide. We offer access to exciting career opportunities, professional development resources, and comprehensive support throughout your employment journey.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Short-term disability insurance

• Additional voluntary benefit plans

• 401(k) plan

• Employee assistance program

• Paid leave where required by applicable law

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $35.00 to $40.00 per hour. Pay may vary based on experience, skills, education, and geographic location.

LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other legally protected status. Applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

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

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.