Junior HR Assistant

HR Assistant - Junior

Location: Union, OH

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract (Contract-to-Hire potential)
• Contract Duration: 6 months (with potential to extend)
• Pay Rate: $20.00 $23.75 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 4:30 PM
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for the clerical and administration function within the HR department. The HR Assistant will perform duties directly related to leaves of absence, payroll, file administration, benefits, workers compensation, unemployment, and preparing reports associated with these functions. The position counsels associates, responds to requests for information, and completes the necessary HR-related forms and documents, while also interacting with the Home Office and outside Vendors on a variety of HR-related issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Updates and maintains the payroll system, petty cash, and creates payroll adjustments/increases as well as completes calendar entries.
• Transmits payroll in conjunction with Home Office.
• Audits timekeeping and timecard accuracy.
• Audits payroll reports and makes corrections as necessary.
• Stops payment of voided checks.
• Prepares checks for distribution.
• Updates and maintains the HRIS to include personnel files, profiles, new hire paperwork, bid acceptances, and personnel change status.
• Tracks, maintains, and prepares various lists and reports to include new hire evaluations, attendance (sick, vacation, and holiday time), seniority and shift information, etc.
• Coordinates the benefits program to include insurance, 401(k), leaves of absence, appointment tracking, and follow-up.
• Counsels associates on benefit plans and provisions, and assists in completing claims and open enrollment forms.
• Assists in new hire and benefit orientations for bilingual associates and assists with translations for associate relations, benefits, and medical services matters. Assists training department and other classes as necessary.
• Responds to associate inquiries regarding HR-related issues including employment verifications, clarification of information, and follow-up on request documentation.
• Responds to external inquiries regarding a variety of Human Resources issues.
• Completes employment verifications, processes unemployment information, and responds to wage verifications.
• Interacts with Home Office on HR administrative issues and keeps the Human Resources Supervisor informed, as needed.
• Participates in special projects as assigned.

Required Skills

• Good organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of basic HR functions (payroll, files, and benefits)
• Knowledge of MS Excel and MS Word
• Knowledge of payroll systems (Kronos AND Workday preferred)

Preferred Skills

• Experience working within a unionized environment

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma OR equivalent work experience

Required Experience

• 1 5 years of related experience

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client is a Fortune 100 off-price retail leader operating more than 5,200 stores across ten countries under iconic brands, making it the world's leading company in its sector. With a global footprint spanning the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia, the organization offers a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and meaningful career pathways for professionals in retail operations, merchandising, supply chain, corporate finance, HR, marketing, and technology. The company employs buyers, merchants, HR professionals, operations specialists, and retail professionals who collaborate across a broad range of disciplines within a globally scaled, commercially driven organization.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-13585