Human Resources Associate

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Manage HRIS and payroll systems, troubleshoot issues, and ensure accurate employee records are maintained.

• Execute client payroll, perform payroll audits, create reports, and address payroll-related concerns.

• Handle employee compensation adjustments in payroll and HRIS systems.

• Assist with benefits administration, annual open enrollment, and communications with employees.

• Oversee onboarding processes for multiple clients, including documentation, system setup, offer letters, background checks, and new-hire communications.

• Input and verify new-hire details and audit onboarding records.

• Enhance and streamline onboarding procedures and facilitate employee orientation programs.

• Manage employee offboarding activities, including documentation, system updates, communications, final payroll, and termination records.

• Collaborate on the development and revision of HR policies and assist in policy implementation.

• Administer mandatory employee training, such as annual sexual harassment prevention training.

• Design and deliver virtual training programs for employees and track compliance completion.

• Establish and maintain employee files.

• Assist with project management tasks, client deliverables, timelines, and priorities.

• Contribute to special projects and related tasks as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in human resources.

• Practical experience in payroll processing.

• Current or recent knowledge of California employment laws.

• Experience supporting small teams, startups, or nonprofits is preferred.

• Ability to thrive in a remote, fast-paced, client-facing environment while managing multiple priorities independently.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail and effective follow-through.

• Excellent organizational and project management abilities.

• Good judgment and capacity to handle confidential information appropriately.

• Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office.

• Familiarity with HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., Gusto, BambooHR).

• Knowledge of project management tools (e.g., Asana, Monday.com).

• Must be able to work as a 1099 contractor.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible remote work opportunities.

• Chance to engage in meaningful work that creates a real impact for our clients.

• Collaborate with various nonprofits and small businesses, each presenting unique people operations challenges.