Payroll / hr administrative assistant Job at Express Employment Professionals, Redding, CA

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  • Express Employment Professionals
  • Redding, CA

Job Description

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About Express:

Express Employment Professionals, named ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Awards winner for the past 7 years, is hiring for a local client company in Shasta County. We help people in our community find work every day. Express Employment Professionals in Redding wants to make a difference locally and across North America. With more than 800 locations across the U.S., Canada, and South Africa, we are on a mission to put a million people to work annually.

About the Client:

Express is partnering with a large, local logistics/trucking company with a well-established history in Shasta County.

About the Position:

The Payroll & HR Administrator/Assistant is responsible for managing all payroll-related tasks and Human Resource requirements in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will handle employee payroll, benefits administration, and compliance while also addressing day-to-day HR activities, including recruitment support, onboarding, record-keeping, and benefits management. This role requires an understanding of payroll regulations and the ability to work with office and shop staff, drivers, and external vendors.

Job Description/ Responsibilities:

1. Payroll:

Process bi-weekly payroll for all office staff and shop personnel 
Cross trained on bi-weekly payroll for all drivers 
Ensure accurate and timely payroll submission, including direct deposits and paychecks 
Handle payroll adjustments, deductions, garnishments, and reimbursements 
Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations 
Manage timekeeping systems, review timecards, and resolve discrepancies 
Manage employee paid time off, sick leave, and benefits deductions 
Handle driver per diem and reimbursements according to industry standards

2. Human Resources:

Administer employee benefits including enrollments, changes, and terminations
Assist in recruiting, screening, and onboarding new employees, ensuring compliance with state, federal, and DOT regulations and background checks 
Maintain and update employee files, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and industry regulations 
Coordinate annual training programs and certifications 
Address and resolve employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and HR policies 
Support disciplinary actions, performance reviews, and exit interviews 
Ensure payroll processes comply with all federal, state, and local laws, including wage and hour laws 
Prepare and submit quarterly and annual payroll reports (W-2s, 1099s, etc.) 
Stay updated on changes in payroll laws, HR policies, and applicable trucking regulations 
Manage and update payroll system, ensuring accurate data entry and reporting 
Collaborate with management to improve payroll and HR processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy 
Assist with special projects, including audits, policy updates, and employee engagement initiatives

3. Compliance & Reporting
4. HR Systems & Process Improvement

Qualifications/Education/Skills/Experience:

Education: 

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.

Experience: 

1-2 years of experience in payroll and human resources 
Experience within the trucking or logistics industry a plus 
Familiarity with payroll software (e.g., AS-400, QuickBooks, or similar)

Skills: 

Strong knowledge of payroll processing, tax regulations, and employee benefits administration 
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills 
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee data 
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 
Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking in a deadline-driven environment 
Excellent at meeting deadlines, prioritizing tasks, and communication of status

Shift:

Full-time, Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, HRA, and 401k plan) 
Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave 
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Compensation:

Competitive wage based on experience $19-$24 per hour to start

About You:

You are attentive, responsive, and can take control of situations. 
You are personable, determined, and driven to make a difference. You can see beyond a problem, respond to situations in crafty ways, and put a positive and professional spin on any situation.
Multitasking and professionalism are natural habits. 
You thrive on succeeding, overcoming challenges, and have an exceptional work ethic.
Friends and co-workers describe you as a highly organized and productive person.
You are a team player and an individual performer who can quickly connect with others inside and outside of the company.
You naturally possess a “can get it done attitude” even when the odds are not in your favor.
You are very organized and disciplined and can effectively manage multiple conflicting priorities and deadlines in a rapidly changing environment.
You are reliable and are always looking for what to do next.
You are at least 18 years of age.

Pre-employment screenings if required by the client

Express Employment Professionals – Redding
2697 Victor Avenue
Redding, CA 96002
530-221-7044 call or text
[email protected]

Express Employment Professionals is an equal opportunity Employer.

PandoLogic. Keywords: Administrative Assistant, Location: Redding, CA - 96003

Benefits:
Employee Referral Program, Life Insurance, 401K, Medical, Dental and Vision, Flexible Schedules

Skills:
Administrative Skills, Background Investigation, Business Administration, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Data Entry, Data Quality, Detail Oriented, Disciplinary Action, Establish Priorities, Exit Interviews, Federal Laws and Regulations, HRIS/HRMS, Human Resources, Human Resources Processes, IBM AS-400 Server, Industry Standards, Intuit Quickbooks, Logistics, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Onboarding, Organizational Skills, Payroll Administration, Payroll Management, Payroll Software/Services, Payroll Tax, Performance Reviews, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Record Keeping, Regulations, Staff Policies, State Laws and Regulations, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Tax Regulations, Team Player, Time Management, Time Management Software, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Trucking

About the Company:
Express Employment Professionals

As we build lasting relationships with our associates and clients through accountability, integrity, and excellence, we will make a difference in our communities. As a team, we will be moved by compassion, a mindset of gratitude, and a mission to help each other and those we serve both in our communities and around the world.

Company Size:
10 to 19 employees

Industry:
Staffing/Employment Agencies

Founded:
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Website:

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Local area, Flexible hours, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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