HR & Payroll Specialist

THE ROLE

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Highland Mortgage is looking for an HR and Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate payroll processing, maintain compliance with labor laws, and provide day-to-day human resources support. This role is a vital part of our Human Resources team, bridging payroll accuracy with a strong HR foundation, and serving as a trusted point of contact for employees across the company.

Everyone on our team has a part to play

• Process bi-weekly (hourly) and semi-monthly (salary) payroll for all employees accurately and on time.
• Expense report approvals and reimbursements
• Maintain payroll records, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Administer employee timekeeping systems and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Support recruiting efforts – job posts, reviewing resumes, and scheduling interviews
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire orientation, benefits enrollment and exit procedures.
• Maintain employee records in the HRIS with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist in administering benefits programs (health, 401K retirement, leave management, etc.).
• Assist Director of Human Resources with all Employee Engagement Programs
• Manage and maintain state tax accounts, notices, and compliance procedures
• Respond to employee inquiries and escalate HR-related concerns appropriately.
• Partner with Director of HR on initiatives such as performance management, training & compliance.

What we’re looking for

• 2+ years of payroll and/or HR experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ADP payroll systems, Benefits Administration systems and HRIS
• Understanding of federal and state employment/payroll laws and compliance.
• Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong communication - written and verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Nice to Have:
  Experience in the mortgage or financial services industry.

Don’t check all the boxes? That’s okay! We encourage you to still apply if you feel like you possess an adjacent skillet and are interested in learning more about this position.

Highland Mortgage is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or another other characteristic protected by state, local or federal law.