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The HR/PR Assistant provides essential support to Generations LLC’s Payroll Department to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing for 1,000+ employees across multiple states. This role focuses on payroll data entry, reconciliation, and maintaining employee records in multiple systems, while assisting with payroll submissions and compliance tasks. The HR/PR Assistant also provides limited onsite support during peak activities such as open enrollment and audits. This role is eligible for hybrid schedule following 90-days employment.

Responsibilities

  • Audit payroll transactions, including new hires, terminations, wage adjustments, and deductions.
  • Update employee records in stand-alone systems for hires and terms.
  • Prepare and submit payroll and General Ledger (GL) files to the Accounting software.
  • Assist with resolving payroll discrepancies and employee pay inquiries.
  • Support year-end payroll activities (W-2 distribution, ACA 1095-C prep).
  • Maintain accurate payroll records in compliance with federal, state, and company requirements.
  • File employee payroll-related documentation in HRIS and personnel files.
  • Support audit requests by gathering payroll and compliance data.
  • Provide on-site assistance at campuses during open enrollment, audits, or payroll compliance projects (travel required).
  • Assist HR leadership with payroll reporting, variance checks, and data reconciliation.

Requirements

  • Associate’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • 1–3 years’ payroll/HR experience; experience in multi-state senior living or healthcare preferred
  • Knowledge of FLSA, ERISA, COBRA, and state wage-hour/payroll laws.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
  • Sufficient computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and /or Internet to perform required duties.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Must be able to travel occasionally between campuses for scheduled events and projects.
  • Must be able to make and keep a scheduled day, yet be flexible.
  • Works with the supervisor daily as well as other departments.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with UKG, Paychex, Employee Navigator, or other payroll systems is a plus.
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