At TalentCount we believe Human Resources is the engine that influences the workforce towards success and a positive company culture creates the rhythm to any business. We take pride in hiring the most authenticated, high-EQ human resources and leadership professionals to influence company culture, objectives, and growth.
We are partnered with a growing and exciting company in the construction industry seeking a dedicated Human Resources Assistant/Payroll Admin to join the team! This position plays a vital role in guaranteeing precise and prompt payroll processing, as well as overseeing employee benefits and ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations.
*This is a direct hire and onsite position in Woodland Hills, CA.
Core Duties:

• Payroll Operations Management: Supervise the weekly or biweekly processing of payroll operations, including handling garnishments, benefits, and taxes in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Employee Benefits Oversight: Supervise employee benefits programs, analyze benefits requirements and trends, provide recommendations to management for program enhancements, and oversee the processing of benefit claims.
• Legal Compliance Management: Stay abreast of HR federal and state regulations, implement necessary changes, maintain comprehensive records, and ensure adherence to legal requirements.
• Employee Lifecycle Administration: Ensure precise processing of various employee lifecycle events, such as onboarding new hires, managing temporary staff, facilitating transfers, promotions, and handling terminations.
• Payroll Auditing and Reporting: Compile and scrutinize payroll documentation, such as W-4 forms, payroll reconciliations, and year-to-date earnings. Performance Management and Employee Relations: Fulfill HR operational duties by overseeing employee relations, monitoring performance, and providing guidance on issue resolution.
• HR Policy Development and Records Management: Develop, update, and propose HR policies and procedures. Design an efficient filing and retrieval system for HR records.

• Knowledge of federal and state labor regulations, payroll taxes, and benefits administration in addition to experience processing payrolls.
• Proficiency with payroll software and HRIS.
• Excellent analytical skills to manage reports, reconciliations, and payroll audits.
• Accurate, meticulous, and has strong time management skills.
• The ability to handle sensitive data and maintain confidentiality.