HR & Payroll Specialist

$41,600 - $52,000/Yr

Hawaii Accounting - Honolulu, HI

Full-time - Mid Level

Honolulu, HI

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The HR & Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll for accounting and HR clients while providing administrative support to the HR team. This role requires confidentiality and a strong focus on communication, teamwork, and client service. The specialist will handle various payroll activities, maintain employee records, and assist with onboarding and offboarding processes.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly payrolls for various clients.
• Calculate and distribute employee wages, deductions, and benefits.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance in all payroll activities.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding of employees.
• Maintain employee records, including benefits and leave information.
• Record hours, process time records, and compile payroll reports.
• Maintain employee payroll records, deductions, and calculate overtime pay, bonuses, and commissions.
• Process physical checks, direct deposits, and termination checks.
• Reconcile health, supplemental benefits, and 401(k) contributions.
• Provide assistance to clients and client employees on payroll issues.
• Understand and interpret state and federal payroll laws and communicate them effectively.
• Conduct regular payroll trainings throughout the year.
• Assist HR Manager, Controller, & CEO with accounting requests.
• Support management with special projects and assignments.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of experience in payroll processing and administration.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or Human Resources (preferred).
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred.
• Proficient with HR and payroll software, including Ceridian and Paychex.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience in HR is a plus.
• Familiarity with accounting and financial operations in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Profit sharing
• Paid training
• Commuter assistance
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• 401(k) with 4% match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• 5-year sabbatical (5 weeks paid)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Daily employer provided lunch
• Gym/fitness reimbursements
• Parking or bus pass subsidy
• Regular in-office massage therapy
• Support of continuing education
• 13 paid holidays (includes birthday off)
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Employee snacks and drinks
• Career advancement