Payroll Specialist

The Hana Group; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hana Group in Honolulu, Hawaii, is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a full-time, on-site role. You will handle end-to-end payroll processing, verify time and attendance, and ensure timely payroll runs.

You will calculate garnishments, manage payroll taxes, coordinate with service providers, resolve discrepancies, and maintain records while complying with federal, state, and local laws. The role collaborates with HR and Finance to strengthen controls.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Payroll Processing and Payroll Administration.
• Experience with Payroll Taxes and Payroll Services.
• Knowledge of Garnishments and related compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with payroll software and HRIS systems; strong Excel skills.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.
• Attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and customer service when working with employees and internal teams.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience in a payroll role within multi-state or government contracting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end payroll processing and ensure timely payroll runs.
• Data entry and verification of time and attendance records.
• Calculate and administer garnishments; manage payroll taxes.
• Coordinate with payroll service providers as needed.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Support process improvements and assist with audits.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure strong internal controls.

Skills

Payroll Processing

Payroll Administration

Payroll Taxes

Payroll Services

Garnishments

Payroll software

HRIS systems

Excel skills

Wage and hour laws

Communication & customer service

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience

Tools

Payroll software

HRIS systems

Job description

Company Description

The Hana Group, established in 2005, is a Native Hawaiian Organization that delivers operations support services including security, information technology, and grounds and maintenance. The organization brings discipline, rigor, and innovation to its work, helping clients navigate complex projects and unexpected challenges without compromising mission success. Operating with the efficiency of a for-profit business, The Hana Group uses its profits to fund charitable initiatives that support native Hawaiians. These initiatives focus on empowering individuals as contributors, leaders, and family members, creating long-term positive impact for the community.

Role Description

The Payroll Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in Honolulu, Hawaii. This position is responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, including data entry, verification of time and attendance records, and ensuring timely and accurate payroll runs. The Payroll Specialist will calculate and administer garnishments, manage payroll taxes, and coordinate with payroll service providers as needed. Day-to-day tasks include resolving payroll discrepancies, responding to employee payroll inquiries, maintaining payroll records, and adhering to federal, state, and local regulations. The role also supports process improvements, assists with audits, and collaborates with HR and Finance to ensure compliance and strong internal controls.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Payroll Processing and Payroll Administration.
• Candidates should possess experience with Payroll Taxes and Payroll Services.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of Garnishments and related compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with payroll software and HRIS systems, and strong Excel skills.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local wage and hour laws.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and customer service skills when working with employees and internal teams.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Prior experience in a payroll role within a multi-state or government contracting environment is a plus.