Payroll/HR Specialist

Overview

Our midwestern roots run deep. Founded in1974, Lanoha Nurseries, Inc is one of the largest family-owned & operated Nursery, Garden Center, and Landscape Construction & Design Firm in the Midwest. With over 700 acres in nursery production, our team cultivates, maintains, and installs the largest selection of homegrown trees, shrubs, perennials and annuals throughout the metro. Regardless of project scale, our professional Landscape Design and Construction teams have both the ability and passion to turn your ideas into your ideal outdoor space. Lanoha is an industry leader with 50 years of serving our community. We are seeking career-minded individuals to join our team.

Lanoha Nurseries, Inc is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll / HR Specialist to manage payroll processing and assist with human resources functions. The ideal candidate will ensure employees are paid accurately and on time while supporting HR tasks such as onboarding, benefits administration, and compliance. This role is crucial in maintaining smooth payroll operations and fostering a positive work environment in our company.

Requirements

• High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in HR, Accounting, or Business preferred.
• 2 years of payroll processing experience, preferably in construction, landscaping, or a similar industry.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of federal and state wage laws.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a PLUS!

Responsibilities

• Process weekly/semi-monthly payroll for hourly and salaried employees, including seasonal workers.
• Ensure accuracy of timecards and overtime calculations.
• Maintain payroll records, deductions, and tax filings in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Handle direct deposits, wage garnishments, and payroll discrepancies.
• Prepare payroll reports and assist with audits as needed.
• Assist with recruitment efforts, including job postings, screening applicants, and scheduling interviews.
• Coordinate new hire onboarding, including paperwork, employee handbooks, and safety training.
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with labor laws.
• Assist with benefits enrollment, workers’ compensation claims, and leave tracking.
• Respond to payroll-related employee inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee and company information.
• Assist with office administrative tasks as needed.

What we offer

• Monday – Friday, 40-45 hours per week
• On the job training provided
• $21-25/hr. – compensate with experience
• Energetic, focused and creative work environment
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Retirement 401(k), 401(k) matching
• Employee discount at garden center store

Lanoha Nurseries, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Apply Today!

For further questions contact careers@lanohainc.com or call 402.289.4103.