Payroll Administrator Assistant

Hitachi•Crystal Springs, MS

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Hitachi Energy is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented HR Administrative Assistant with strong payroll expertise to join our fast-paced Human Resources team. With a workforce of 300+ employees, accurate and timely payroll processing is essential. In this critical role, you will support the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to exit, including significant involvement in payroll processing and issue resolution. We're currently transitioning from UKG Kronos to ADP Time & Attendance, and your experience will be instrumental in ensuring a smooth transition and continued accuracy. You’ll also assist in recruiting, onboarding, and supporting employee engagement initiatives.

Requirements

Associate degree in Business, HR, or a related field preferred.
2 + years of direct payroll experience, preferably in a manufacturing or high-volume environment.
Hands-on experience with UKG Kronos and/or ADP Time & Attendance systems is strongly preferred.
Experience with Workday is a plus.
Strong computer skills and eagerness to learn new systems.
Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience with UKG Kronos and/or ADP Time & Attendance systems is strongly preferred.
Experience with Workday is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute weekly payroll processes with a high level of accuracy for 300+ employees.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws and reporting requirements.
Assist with the transition from UKG Kronos to ADP Time & Attendance.
Maintain accurate employee records and timekeeping data.
Support the full recruitment cycle—from sourcing to offer management.
Assist with new hire orientation and onboarding activities.
Coordinate interviews, meetings, and recruitment events.
Track and analyze recruitment metrics to drive continuous improvement.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.