Payroll Specialist/HR Assistant

Atlantic Emergency Solutions; Yorktown (VA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in public safety is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist/HR Assistant to manage payroll processing and support human resources functions. This role is crucial for timely payroll and involves onboarding, benefits administration, and ensuring compliance with laws. Ideal candidates should possess strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in payroll processing required.
• Knowledge of payroll software like ADP and basic accounting principles.
• Experience with HRIS systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payrolls accurately on time.
• Manage wage garnishments, deductions, and adjustments.
• Assist with employee onboarding and HR functions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration

Tools

Payroll software

HRIS systems

Job description

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Atlantic Emergency Solutions offers competitive pay at or above industry standards. Any payrate advertised in this ad is not provided or authorized by Atlantic Emergency Solutions.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Payroll Specialist/HR Assistant to manage all aspects of payroll processing and assist with key human resources functions located in Yorktown, Va.

This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll for employees while providing support in areas such as onboarding, recordkeeping, benefits administration, and employee communications.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Duties (Primary Focus):

• Process bi-weekly and off-cycle payrolls accurately and in a timely manner for all employees
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations
• Manage wage garnishments, deductions, and adjustments
• Prepare payroll reports and reconcile payroll transactions
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries
• Collaborate with Finance on payroll-related accounting entries and audits
  
  

HR Support Duties (Secondary Focus)

• Assist with employee onboarding, including new hire paperwork, system entry, and compliance related duties
• Maintain and update employee files and HRIS records, as needed
• Help coordinate benefits enrollment and respond to employee benefits questions
• Support recruitment efforts by scheduling interviews, completing phone interviews and communicating with candidates
• Assist with employee communications, celebrations and company events
• Support HR team with compliance reporting, audits, and special projects as needed
  
  

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in payroll processing
• Knowledge of payroll software (e.g., Paylocity, ADP, Paycom, etc.) and basic accounting principles
• Experience with HRIS systems preferred
• Familiarity with employment laws and HR best practices
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
  
  

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Atlantic Emergency Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that we provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Public Safety

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