Job Description
This is a newly created role for our client located in Saratoga County, NY.
The Human Resources/Payroll Specialist will support HR, payroll, and some basic accounting functions. This person will manage day-to-day HR processes (onboarding, offboarding, benefits, payroll, personnel files) and assist with accounting tasks such as invoice entry, expense tracking, and accounts payable/receivable. The role is ideal for someone with HR/payroll experience who is organized, approachable, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
Please note this position is fully on-site.
Key Responsibilities
- Onboarding/offboarding and maintaining personnel files.
- Administering benefits (including open enrollment).
- Processing payroll accurately and on time.
- Ensuring HR compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Assisting accounting with invoice entry, expenses, AP/AR, and reconciliations.
- Recruiting – surfacing resumes from job sites, posting jobs, setting up interviews.
Qualifications
- Prior HR, payroll, or accounting experience or related education.
- Strong organizational skills; able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; patient and approachable.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; HR/payroll software experience a plus.
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- 401k with a match
- Flextime and PTO
- Positive and collaborative work environment
- Growth and learning opportunities
Compensation
$55,000-65,000 based on experience
Garnet River® is a full-service information technology company that customizes solutions for its clients. We solve challenges through staff augmentation, project-based teams and technical solutions. Our staffing division works as a recruiting arm for companies in the region and across the country. Clients turn to us to help them find professional talent.
Garnet River LLC is an Equal Employment opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer. Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V)