Human Resources (HR) Assistant

We are looking for a Human Resources (HR) Assistant to support leave administration and employee benefits activities for a motor freight forwarder based in Alpharetta, Georgia. This Long-term Contract position focuses on coordinating leave cases, assisting with benefits processes, and keeping employee information accurate across HR and payroll records. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate clearly with employees and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities:
• Manage employee leave cases from initial request through resolution, ensuring each matter is handled accurately and within established guidelines.
• Evaluate documentation and eligibility for various leave programs while maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Partner with employees, managers, and external providers to coordinate timelines, status updates, and required paperwork related to absences.
• Maintain accurate employee data in HRIS and payroll systems, including updates connected to leave, benefits, and related status changes.
• Support benefits administration activities by assisting with enrollments, changes, questions, and issue resolution for employees.
• Prepare reports, track case activity, and use Excel to organize information, monitor deadlines, and identify outstanding items.
• Respond to employee inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality, providing clear guidance on leave and benefits processes.
• Assist with ongoing HR administrative tasks and contribute to process improvements, including work tied to HR system or workflow changes when needed.

Qualifications:

• Experience supporting human resources operations with a focus on leave administration, benefits, or employee records management.
• Working knowledge of HRIS platforms; experience with UKG Pro is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with benefits coordination, compensation and benefits processes, and general HR administration practices.
• Ability to manage sensitive employee information with discretion and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, organizing, and reporting HR-related data.
• Strong communication and employee relations skills with the ability to interact effectively across multiple levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented approach with solid organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

$19.79-$22.91 Hourly

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