People Operations Specialist: Payroll, Benefits & Onboarding

Newhorizonbank; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

New Horizon Bank is seeking an experienced Human Resources Specialist to support day-to-day HR operations, including payroll, benefits, onboarding, and employee records. You will work with leadership to ensure confidentiality, accuracy, and policy compliance across the HR function.

The role covers HR administration, payroll processing, and benefits administration, with responsibilities for recruiting support and onboarding to ensure a smooth employee experience in a regulated banking environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of payroll processing, benefits administration, and HRIS systems.
• Strong understanding of HR practices, employment laws, and confidentiality requirements.
• Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR software systems.

Responsibilities

• HR Administration: onboarding/offboarding, payroll, benefits, and HRIS records.
• Payroll & Benefits: process payroll and administer enrollments and changes.
• Compliance & Employee Support: ensure policies and audits compliance.
• Recruiting & Onboarding Support: assist with postings, interviews, and offers.

Skills

Payroll processing

Benefits administration

HRIS systems

HR policies & compliance

Organization & attention to detail

Communication & customer service

Multitasking & deadlines

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

2-5 years HR experience

Banking/financial services background preferred

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

Microsoft Office

Job description

New Horizon Bank is seeking an experienced Human Resources Specialist to support day-to-day HR operations, including payroll, benefits, onboarding, and employee records. You will work with leadership to ensure confidentiality, accuracy, and policy compliance across the HR function.

The role covers HR administration, payroll processing, and benefits administration, with responsibilities for recruiting support and onboarding to ensure a smooth employee experience in a regulated banking environment.