Human resources accounting assistant remote

Company Profile Note: After Applying , Check your email Inbox or Spam Folder For Next Steps. The Human Resources Assistant will work under the direction of the HR Director, while spending a portion of their time on designated Accounting tasks (Accounting background not required). The HR Assistant is responsible for the administrative support of day-to-day human resource operations.PRIMARY DUTIES INCLUDE:Prepare and process biweekly payroll (weekly for union); review and ensure accuracy of approved timesheets; track and deduct all garnishments and other special payroll deductionsMaintain employee personnel files and other record keepingResponsible for being the main point of contact for all payroll related matters and respond to time-sensitive and/or confidential matters in a timely mannerAssist with the administration of company benefitsReconcile the quarterly and year-end tax returns, and W-2 s, completed by the payroll provider to ensure accuracy of reporting and paymentsRecord changes affecting net wages such as exemptions, insurance coverage, and loan payments for each employee to update master payroll recordsAssist with recruitment by screening applicants, scheduling interviews, and processing pre-employment screeningsAssist employees and supervisors with basic interpretation of HR policies and proceduresRespond to reference checks and verifications of employment statusPrepare payroll journal entriesMaintain vendor contact to investigate discrepancies and provide information in non-routine situationsAssist in 401K and Workman s Comp Audit, along with various other HR projects as requestedAccounting functions include billing for the company s various divisions, and entering Palette payables and issuing checksKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIESThe ideal candidate possesses the ability to use professional discretion in dealing with confidential matters, maintains an effective flow of communication, and is able manage a multi-faceted workload while meeting deadlines. ADP payroll experience is a plus. Powered by Webbtree