
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
payroll processingpayroll auditsdata validationbenefit integration401(k) contribution reviewsreportingreconciliationsautomationHRIS systemsExcel
Soft skills
attention to detailcommunication skillsdiscretiontime managementteam collaboration
Certifications
Bachelor's degree