HR ASSISTANT

Description:

Job Details

Job Type

Full-time

Houston

Description

Position Description:

The HR/Payroll Assistant will process bi-weekly payroll, handle on-boarding and off-boarding, and coordinate benefits. Maintain employee records and assist the HR Manager with HR/Payroll daily tasks. An organized, detail-oriented with a good work ethic is a must.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepares bi-weekly payroll including commission and timecard reconciliation, PTO balances, payroll liabilities, accruals, and other standard payroll procedures.
• Process off-cycle payments/manual checks.
• Assist in the recruitment process.
• Conduct reference checks and drug testing.
• Manage new hire onboarding, orientation, and training information distribution as needed.
• Maintain on-boarding/off-boarding records and tracking system.
• Organized records of personnel-related data; payroll, changes, turnover rates, I-9s, etc., in both paper and electronically to ensure all employment, regulatory, and confidentiality requirements are met.
• Assist with employee benefits programs, open enrollment, and renewal processes for our health, dental, vision, life, and 401k plan.
• Ensure adherence with regulatory compliance requirements within the area of responsibility and timely report any potential issues to the HR Manager.
• Provide administrative support and prepare reports as needed for HR Manager.
• Coordinate and assist with HR projects, events, and activities as assigned.

Requirements:

Requirements

Education and Qualifications:· Associates Degree in Human Resources, Accounting or other related fields, or equivalent work experience.

• Must have at least 2+ years of experience with HR, benefits, 401k, and payroll processing.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual is required (English & Spanish)
• Understanding of FMLA, FLSA, OSHA, ADA, and EEO and other applicable regulations.
• Ability to understand and apply basic accounting principles.
• Strong ability in using MS Office, advanced experience in Excel.
• Ability to maintain extreme confidentiality relating to employee pay and HR issues.
• Strong organizational, attention to detail, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Has general knowledge of employment laws, labor laws, and best practices.
• Discreet and professional attitude.
• Experience with Paylocity software is a plus.

Experience: 2 + years of Payroll and HR