
HR Associate
Anzu Partners
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $65,000 - $90,000 per year
About the role
- Support end-to-end payroll processing for multiple entities and employee types (salaried, hourly, temporary)
- Validate payroll actions including time entries, hires, terminations, salary adjustments, and benefit changes
- Assist with pre- and post-payroll audits to ensure accuracy and help resolve discrepancies
- Serve as a responsive point of contact for payroll-related inquiries
- Maintain and update payroll and HRIS data with strong attention to detail
- Ensure payroll processes comply with federal, state, and local regulations
- Support setup and maintenance of payroll tax accounts and filings
- Assist in preparation of payroll data for reporting, audits, and reconciliations
- Assist with ad-hoc reporting for regulatory, grant, or audit purposes
- Support benefit integration and reconciliation across payroll systems
- Validate benefit deductions and coordinate data accuracy with carriers and platforms
- Assist with 401(k) contribution reviews, eligibility checks, and plan reporting
- Streamline payroll workflows through automation and documentation
- Document payroll and HR policies and procedures
- Participate in cross-functional People Operations projects
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 1–3 years of experience in HR operations
- Hands-on experience with modern payroll/HRIS systems (e.g., Rippling, Zenefits, ADP, Paylocity)
- Proficiency in Excel and ChatGPT/automation tools
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a supportive, team-based environment
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
payroll processingpayroll auditsdata validationbenefit integration401(k) contribution reviewsreportingreconciliationsautomationHRIS systemsExcel
Soft Skills
attention to detailcommunication skillsdiscretiontime managementteam collaboration
Certifications
Bachelor's degree