Human Resources |HR| Assistant

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Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Human Resources role, preferably within the Wholesale Distribution - Dur Goods industry
Proficiency in using UKG Pro for HR functions
Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Outlook
Proficiency in Payroll Functions
Excellent skills in Data Entry
Experience in Benefits Coordination
Knowledge of Compensation & Benefits
Experience in performing Benefit Functions
Proven track record in delivering excellent Customer Service
Must possess strong organizational and administrative skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to interact with all levels of an organization
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training
Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go
Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan
Responsibilities
As an HR Assistant, you will be instrumental in performing a variety of human resources functions such as onboarding and offboarding, payroll processing, and benefits administration
Facilitate the entire onboarding and offboarding process for employees, ensuring a smooth and professional transition
Coordinate the preparation of payroll, handling pertinent details such as absences, bonuses, and leaves
Respond promptly to payroll queries, ensuring all issues are resolved in a timely and professional manner
Actively participate in the annual benefits open enrollment process, providing support in disseminating benefits information and responding to employee questions
Work closely with insurance providers to troubleshoot issues related to benefits administration
Conduct and assist in compensation and benefits surveys or vendor comparisons to monitor competitive plans
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in our Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
Assist in the creation and updating of policies, procedures, and guides within the HR department
Ensure all HR-related activities are in compliance with local, state, and federal laws
Work on special projects related to HR initiatives as needed
Job description
Description

We are on the lookout for a skilled Human Resources (HR) Assistant to join our team in the Wholesale Distribution - Dur Goods industry, located in Addison, Illinois. This role offers a long-term contract employment opportunity. As an HR Assistant, you will be instrumental in performing a variety of human resources functions such as onboarding and offboarding, payroll processing, and benefits administration.

Responsibilities
• Facilitate the entire onboarding and offboarding process for employees, ensuring a smooth and professional transition.
• Coordinate the preparation of payroll, handling pertinent details such as absences, bonuses, and leaves.
• Respond promptly to payroll queries, ensuring all issues are resolved in a timely and professional manner.
• Actively participate in the annual benefits open enrollment process, providing support in disseminating benefits information and responding to employee questions.
• Work closely with insurance providers to troubleshoot issues related to benefits administration.
• Conduct and assist in compensation and benefits surveys or vendor comparisons to monitor competitive plans.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in our Human Resources Information System (HRIS).
• Assist in the creation and updating of policies, procedures, and guides within the HR department.
• Ensure all HR-related activities are in compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
• Work on special projects related to HR initiatives as needed.

Requirements
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Human Resources role, preferably within the Wholesale Distribution - Dur Goods industry
• Proficiency in using UKG Pro for HR functions
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Outlook
• Proficiency in Payroll Functions
• Excellent skills in Data Entry
• Experience in Benefits Coordination
• Knowledge of Compensation & Benefits
• Experience in performing Benefit Functions
• Proven track record in delivering excellent Customer Service
• Must possess strong organizational and administrative skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to interact with all levels of an organization
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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