Payroll Clerk

Advantex Professional Services; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantex Professional Services in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Payroll Coordinator with HR duties. The role focuses on weekly payroll for about 70 employees, with HR responsibilities trained on the job. The position is on-site, full-time, with direct-hire potential.

The ideal candidate has payroll experience, strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and bilingual Spanish/English abilities. Training on HR duties is provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous payroll experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience processing payroll for 100+ employees is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with a payroll or ERP system preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred.
• HR experience is a plus, but not required.
• Background, physical and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for approximately 70 employees and review time records for accuracy.
• Enter and update payroll information in the company's payroll system.
• Review payroll reports and identify missing information or errors before payroll is finalized.
• Research and correct payroll issues in a timely manner.
• Process employee changes including new hires, pay changes, deductions, and status updates.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and supporting documentation.
• Assist employees with questions regarding pay, timecards, deductions, PTO, and other payroll matters.
• Assist with new-hire paperwork, employee changes, and separation paperwork.
• Maintain confidential employee and HR records.
• Provide support with recruiting, interview scheduling, and reference checks.
• Assist with benefits, 401(k), and annual open enrollment activities.
• Support workers' compensation paperwork and employee follow-up.
• Assist with general HR questions and employee needs as training is provided.
• Provide Spanish/English communication support when needed.
• Assist the HR Manager with additional projects and administrative tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Confidentiality

Organized

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

ERP system

Payroll system

Job description

Payroll Coordinator & HR duties (Bilingual Spanish is preferred)

Location: Near Hawthorne, CA

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM start

Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Work Setting: On-Site

Position Overview

Our client seeking an organized Payroll & an inspiring to learn more about HR. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working directly with employees.

Responsibilities

Payroll is the primary function of this position. The selected candidate will be responsible for weekly payroll, while the company will provide training on the HR-related responsibilities.

• Process weekly payroll for approximately 70 ee's employees and review time records for accuracy.
• Enter and update payroll information in the company's payroll system.
• Review payroll reports and identify missing information or errors before payroll is finalized.
• Research and correct payroll issues in a timely manner.
• Process employee changes including new hires, pay changes, deductions, and status updates.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and supporting documentation.
• Assist employees with questions regarding pay, timecards, deductions, PTO, and other payroll matters.
• Assist with new-hire paperwork, employee changes, and separation paperwork.
• Maintain confidential employee and HR records.
• Provide support with recruiting, interview scheduling, and reference checks.
• Assist with benefits, 401(k), and annual open enrollment activities.
• Support workers' compensation paperwork and employee follow-up.
• Assist with general HR questions and employee needs as training is provided.
• Provide Spanish/English communication support when needed.
• Assist the HR Manager with additional projects and administrative tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous payroll experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience processing payroll for 100+ employees is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with a payroll or ERP system preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English is preferred.
• HR experience is a plus, but not required. The company is willing to train the right candidate on the HR responsibilities.
• Background, Physical and Drug Test.

Direct Hire Opportunity for a Talented Candidate who wants to learn and apply their Payroll skills to a stable Manufacturing Company near Hawthorne.