Payroll & HR Associate

Aston Carter • Town of Oyster Bay, NY

5d • $27 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

We are a premier provider of live entertainment for weddings, corporate events, and private parties throughout the NYC, NJ, and CT regions. Our company is renowned for curating unforgettable music experiences, delivered by our roster of top-tier bands, DJs, and entertainers. We are currently seeking a Full-Time Payroll/HR Associate to join our dynamic team in Hicksville, NY. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about HR and payroll.

Requirements

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience in Paychex Flex.
• Experience with pivot tables and GL postings in payroll.
• Biweekly and weekly payroll experience.
• Proficiency with payroll and HRIS platforms, preferably Paychex Flex.
• Solid knowledge of HR practices and employment law.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially in Excel and Word.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with onboarding or benefits administration.
• Experience in creating job descriptions for hiring purposes.
• Union experience is beneficial.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date records in Paychex Flex for hires, terminations, and changes.
• Manage HRIS and implement process improvements as needed.
• Assist with biweekly payroll processing.
• Run ad hoc reports, including 401(k) census and headcount data.
• Prepare offer letters and manage all onboarding paperwork.
• Complete and file I-9 forms and establish employee records.
• Enter and update employee data in HRIS (Paychex Flex).
• Ensure ACA compliance and assist with 1095-C distribution.
• Coordinate required state compliance training, such as sexual harassment prevention.
• Draft job postings and coordinate interview scheduling.
• Assist in screening candidates as needed.
• Serve as a resource for employee benefit inquiries.

Benefits

• company-sponsored medical plan
• 401(k) with company match
• paid vacation and sick leave
• access to voluntary dental, vision, and Aflac insurance plans
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees