Payroll & HR Assistant

Join MGC's HR team in Columbia, SC!

MGC is an industry leading civil litigation firm celebrating 30 years of excellence in 2025 spanning 22 offices across 12 states.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Payroll & HR Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources and Payroll functions. This role will serve as a backup for payroll processing while also assisting with onboarding, offboarding, employee records management, benefits administration, and general HR administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is dependable, highly confidential, customer-service focused, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will be based near Columbia, South Carolina. We offer competitive pay and benefits. This position will have flexibility regarding a hybrid/remote schedule.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Payroll Support

• Serve as backup support for payroll processing, including data entry, timecard review, and payroll audits
• Assist with maintaining accurate employee payroll records
• Respond to employee payroll-related questions and assist with issue resolution
• Coordinate with payroll vendors or internal accounting teams as needed
• Maintain payroll documentation and reports

HR Administration

• Assist with onboarding activities, including new hire paperwork, background checks, I-9/E-Verify, HR system setup, and employee file creation
• Support offboarding processes, including exit paperwork, benefits & payroll notifications
• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data
• Complete employment verifications
• Assist with benefits enrollment, benefit changes, and employee communications
• Help organize employee engagement activities and internal communications

General Administrative Support

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and company information
• Assist with gathering data and required documents for audits, reporting, and compliance tracking
• Support HR projects and process improvement initiatives
• Perform other administrative duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field preferred
• 1–3 years of payroll, HR, administrative, or office support experience preferred
• Basic understanding of payroll processes and HR practices
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Additional Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Casual dress code
• Mental health support resources
• Employee resource groups dedicated to promoting Diversity, Opportunity and Inclusion

If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a firm that values innovation and a supportive workplace culture, we encourage you to apply to McAngus Goudelock & Courie!

RECRUITER NOTICE:

MGC does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or staffing agencies. MGC will not pay placement fees for candidates submitted without a signed fee and prior approval from the MGC Recruiting Team.

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