HR Coordinator

We are looking for a detail-oriented HR Coordinator to support payroll and human resources operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Newark, New Jersey. This onsite role offers the opportunity to work closely with employees and internal teams while helping maintain accurate records, timely payroll processing, and smooth onboarding activities. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment with sensitive information, and hands-on experience using HR systems and Excel in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Review bi-weekly payroll information in ADP Workforce Now to help ensure pay data is complete, accurate, and processed on time.
• Enter and maintain employee records, including hires, status updates, separations, benefit-related deductions, and paid time off changes.
• Examine timekeeping details, investigate discrepancies, and partner with appropriate contacts to resolve payroll issues promptly.
• Support employees with HR self-service tools and respond to questions related to pay, records, and routine HR processes.
• Generate payroll and human resources reports using ADP and Excel to support tracking, analysis, and day-to-day operations.
• Organize and maintain personnel documentation, filing systems, and records in accordance with confidentiality and compliance standards.
• Coordinate pre-employment activities such as reference checks, background screenings, onboarding steps, and training assignments.
• Assist with administrative HR tasks including invoice preparation, employment verification responses, unemployment documentation, garnishment processing, and workers’ compensation paperwork.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in payroll, HR coordination, or human resources administration.

• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now is required.

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including sorting, filtering, and producing reports.

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail when managing numerical data and employee information.

• Ability to handle confidential records with discretion and professionalism.

• Strong communication and customer service skills when assisting employees and responding to inquiries.

• Familiarity with onboarding, background checks, HRIS systems, and HR compliance practices.

• Availability to work onsite Monday through Friday in Newark, New Jersey.

Compensation

$25.34-$29.34 Hourly

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