EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE • Associate degree in human resources or related field and/or equivalent experience. • At least two years’ related experience required. • Knowledge of California wage and hour laws. • At least one year experience processing payroll. • SHRM-CP credential preferred. RESPONSIBILITIES • Administers health and welfare plans, including enrollments, changes and terminations. Processes required documents through payroll and insurance providers to ensure accurate record-keeping and proper deductions. • Processes payroll accurately and timely. • Responsible for effective employee onboarding. • Performs customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions. • Completes Forms I-9, verifies I-9 documentation and maintains I-9 files. • Reconciles benefits statements. • Conducts audits of payroll, benefits or other HR programs and recommends corrective action. • Assists with processing of terminations. • Ensures timely response to information requested by government agencies including the EDD. • Assists with recruitment and interview process. Tracks status of candidates in HRIS and responds with follow-up letters at the end of the recruiting process. • Schedules meetings and interviews as requested by upper management. • Assists or prepares correspondence as requested. • Prepares new-employee files. • Performs other related duties as assigned. • Reports to work as scheduled.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Working understanding of human resource principles, practices and procedures.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.