What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll & HR Specialist position at Merit HR (Merit Resource Group)?
Are you a meticulous Payroll & HR Specialist with a passion for precision and discretion? Do you thrive in an exclusive, high-touch environment where attention to detail and service excellence are paramount?
Our client, a premier accounting firm specializing in family office services, provides white-glove payroll and HR administrative support to a select group of ultra-high-net-worth families. Their employees (approximately 100 in number)—household staff, private office teams, and trusted advisors—rely on seamless payroll and benefits administration.
We’re seeking a Payroll & HR Specialist who is as adept at handling payroll and benefits administration as they are at maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality and professionalism. If you have ADP experience, a deep knowledge of payroll and HR compliance, and a service-oriented mindset, this could be your next great career move.
What you will do:
- Process and manage multi-state payroll for household staff and internal office employees
- Maintain and audit payroll and benefits records with unwavering accuracy
- Administer benefits enrollment, compliance, and reconciliations
- Handle HR and payroll inquiries with tact and professionalism
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll and labor laws
- Assist with onboarding, employee record management, and HR documentation
- Oversee timekeeping systems, leaves of absence, and workers’ compensation
- Supervise two administrative professionals and an outsourced IT partner
What we are looking for:
- 4 years of payroll and HR administration experience (ADP Workforce Now preferred)
- Uncompromising confidentiality and ethical standards
- Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations, benefits administration, and compliance
- Detail-obsessed with strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-accountability setting
What you will get:
- Excellent compensation and benefits
- The opportunity to own the HR function and work with a dedicated and loyal team
Salary : $49 - $57
