Payroll-Focused HR Assistant

Jobot

Santa Clarita (CA)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 39,000

Full time

46 hours ago
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Best in Class Firm
Competitive Pay
Benefits Package
Flexible Schedule
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Job summary

Jobot is seeking an HR/Payroll Administrative Assistant to join our Valencia, CA offices. This permanent role focuses on payroll operations for a growing construction firm, handling payroll processing, PTO management, and HR tasks with accuracy.

Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years in HR with payroll focus, experience with HRIS (ADP Workforce Now), and strong attention to detail. The position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 1–2 years of HR experience with a strong payroll focus.
  • Experience using HRIS systems, specifically ADP Workforce Now.
  • Experience managing PTO, drug screening, and background checks, and administering benefits and leave.
  • Excellent attention to detail and high accuracy.
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Degree in HR, Business Administration or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Process payroll for all employees, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
  • Manage PTO for all staff, including tracking and resolving issues.
  • Handle drug screening and background checks for new hires.
  • Use HRIS to maintain records, generate reports and perform HR tasks.
  • Administer benefits and leaves, including enrollment and changes.
  • Collaborate with HR to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Assist with recruitment, onboarding and employee relations.

Skills

Payroll
HRIS
ADP Workforce Now
PTO management
Benefits administration
Leave administration
Attention to detail
Numerical skills
Organizational skills
Communication skills

Education

Degree in HR/Business Administration or related field

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Jobot is seeking an HR/Payroll Administrative Assistant to join our Valencia, CA offices. This permanent role focuses on payroll operations for a growing construction firm, handling payroll processing, PTO management, and HR tasks with accuracy.

Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years in HR with payroll focus, experience with HRIS (ADP Workforce Now), and strong attention to detail. The position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

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