Human Resources / Payroll Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

Human Resources / Payroll Clerk
Location: El Cajon, San Diego, CA
LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Human Resources / Payroll Clerk to join our client's team in El Cajon. This position will support both Human Resources and Payroll functions while ensuring accurate employee records, payroll processing, and compliance with company policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will be organized, confidential, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Maintain employee records and personnel files.
• Assist with onboarding, new hire paperwork, and employee orientations.
• Process employee status changes, terminations, and benefits updates.
• Review timecards, attendance records, and payroll deductions for accuracy.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and HR policies.
• Assist with benefits administration and open enrollment activities.
• Prepare payroll and HR reports as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and company employment regulations.
• Support HR projects and administrative functions as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 1+ years of payroll and human resources experience
• Experience processing payroll and maintaining employee records
• Knowledge of labor laws, payroll regulations, and HR best practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS/payroll systems
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and confidentiality
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Assignment Details:

• Contract to hire role
• Onsite role
• Located in El Cajon, San Diego, CA
• Compensation: $23.00-$27.00 per hour DOE
• Monday- Friday 8:00am-5:00pm PST

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please apply now - we are conducting interviews immediately!

Pay Details: $23.00 to $27.00 per hour

Search managed by: Ciara Norton

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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