Payroll AdministratorRobert Half

Description

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support payroll and human resources operations for a construction organization in Honolulu, Hawaii. This position plays an important role in keeping employee pay, benefits, and personnel records accurate while providing dependable support throughout the employment lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with confidential information, and experience coordinating payroll and HR activities in a fast-paced environment. Due to the nature of the work and onsite requirements, preference will be given to Hawaii residents. Applicants should be able to reliably commute or reside within the region to meet business needs. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by calling Melissa at 808.452.0254

Responsibilities:

Process regular payroll from start to finish, coordinating with external payroll support to ensure employees are paid accurately and on schedule while meeting applicable legal requirements.

Administer employee benefit activity, including enrollments, updates, and related communications, and help employees understand available plans and changes.

Maintain complete and accurate employee files and HR data across payroll and personnel systems, resolving discrepancies when needed.

Coordinate onboarding and separation activities, preparing required documentation, updating records, and ensuring status changes are completed correctly.

Review payroll inputs such as deductions, taxes, and timekeeping details to confirm accuracy and support proper reporting.

Respond to employee inquiries related to pay, time records, and benefits in a timely, attentive, and service-oriented manner.

Assist with compliance-related documentation, internal reviews, audits, and recurring benefits administration tasks such as renewal support.

Contribute to additional HR and administrative projects that support day-to-day workforce operations and process efficiency.

Requirements At least 2 years of experience in payroll, human resources support, or a closely related administrative role.

Working knowledge of payroll practices, benefits coordination, and employment regulations affecting employee pay and records.

Experience supporting payroll for organizations with employee populations in the 101500 range is preferred.

Familiarity with multi-state payroll processing and HR administration tools, including ADP Workforce Now, is highly desirable.

Strong organizational ability with a high level of accuracy and careful attention to detail.

Effective written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to resolve issues thoughtfully and professionally.

Ability to manage sensitive employee information with discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.

An associates or bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business, Accounting, or a related field is preferred.

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