HR Specialist - 21069

Job Description

Job Description

HR Specialist - TalentZök

OVERVIEW

Are you looking for a new career opportunity with an exciting company?! Then we've got the right team for you! In this role, you're responsible for the duties listed below.

Immediate opening for a HR Specialist in Moreno Valley, CA who possesses:

• 2 to 5 years of HR Specialist or HR Generalist experience
• Bachelor's degree or HR certification highly preferred
• Experience with ADP and strong technical skills

FULL DESCRIPTION: We are seeking an HR Specialist to support a wide range of human resources and payroll functions in a fast-paced, professional environment. This role is responsible for supporting payroll processing, employee records, onboarding, offboarding, compliance, HR reporting, employee engagement, and general HR administration. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, tech savvy, comfortable managing multiple priorities, and able to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information.

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

• Maintaining accurate employee information in the HRIS/payroll system, including leave balances, overtime, tax information, garnishments, and benefit deductions
• Reviewing approved timesheets and resolving inconsistencies to ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable rules and regulations
• Administering paychecks, direct deposits, deduction summaries, and earning statements on a semimonthly payroll schedule
• Preparing, processing, and filing state and federal payroll tax returns and required reports, including Form 941, DE 9, W-2, and W-3 filings
• Reconciling payroll accounts monthly and annually and completing assigned month-end close activities
• Preparing internal payroll reports and participating in internal and external audits as needed
• Researching and resolving payroll errors by completing necessary corrections and adjustments with appropriate approval
• Maintaining the highest level of confidentiality regarding all human resources activities
• Serving as a first point of contact for the HR department, including answering calls and greeting visitors professionally
• Processing Payroll Authorization forms and preparing contingent offer letters using established templates
• Managing new hire processes, including benefits enrollment, I-9 verification, and immunization record tracking
• Coordinating and conducting new hire orientation and onboarding activities
• Providing administrative support to HR staff, including managing correspondence, scheduling appointments, and preparing reports
• Assisting with employee leaves, workers' compensation claims, and EDD unemployment insurance claims
• Managing offboarding processes, including exit interviews, final paperwork, and return of company property
• Maintaining and auditing confidential HR files and records to support compliance
• Tracking mandatory training, certifications, and employee anniversary milestones
• Supporting employee appreciation events and other employee-focused activities
• Providing support to the Human Resources Supervisor and Chief Human Resource Officer on special projects and reports
• Cross-training in various HR and payroll functions to provide flexible team support
• Participating in department initiatives, special projects, and process improvements
• Providing backup coverage for other HR and payroll team members as needed
• Performing other duties as assigned

The selected candidate will also possess:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• At least 3 years of direct payroll processing experience
• At least 2 years of human resources support experience strongly preferred
• In-depth knowledge of federal and California payroll tax and labor laws
• Experience with ADP preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with HRIS and payroll software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred
• Ability to pass background fingerprint clearance
• Ability to pass drug test clearance

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to communicate by phone, email, video meeting, and in person throughout the workday
• Ability to review payroll records, HR documents, reports, employee files, and computer screens for extended periods
• Ability to use hands and fingers for typing, data entry, filing, and standard office tasks
• Ability to occasionally stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the office as needed
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, or move standard office files, documents, or supplies

Salary Range: $30 to $32/hour

More information can be found at

TalentZok was founded in 2008 and has been repeatedly recognized as one of San Diego County's fastest growing businesses. In 2025, we were named Business Journal's 'Best Places to Work'. Even as our competitors are scaling back and laying off staff, Simply Biotech is expanding to new markets and hiring additional staff in existing offices.

Company Description

TalentZok was founded in 2008 and has been repeatedly recognized as one of San Diego County's fastest growing businesses. In 2025, we were named Business Journal's 'Best Places to Work'. Even as our competitors are scaling back and laying off staff, Simply Biotech is expanding to new markets and hiring additional staff in existing offices.