Payroll & Human Resources Assistant

Halfmoon, NY

Are you detail-oriented? Are you interested in supporting those who build robotic machines of the future while building your own future? PVA would love to meet you! We are a five-time Albany Business Review Best Places to Work winner and Healthiest Employer. Come see for yourself why we're an award winning employer. 

Job Description: PVA is growing and adding to the HR team! The Payroll and Human Resource Assistant administers payroll and human resource related functions. This position provides outstanding service, accurate and efficient payment and support regarding the HR needs of employees which ultimately impacts the revenue and long-term profitability of the company. Hours for this position are 7:00 am - 4:00 pm or 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday-Friday. Starting pay is $20-$25 per hour depending on experience. This position requires onsite presence in Halfmoon, NY.  

Job Responsibilities:

• Reviews, verifies, and processes payroll on a weekly basis for employees.
• Responds to employee questions and requests regarding payroll and human resources. 
• Supports benefit administration including health and wellness and PTO. 
• Maintains and updates employee records through files and human resource information system (HRIS). 
• Provides support during onboarding process and employee orientation.
• Responsible for completing, processing, and managing FMLA, PFL, Worker’s Compensation.
• Assists with creation of training schedules. 
• Assists with mentor program for all new employees.
• Partners with employees and management to communicate various human resources polices, procedures, laws, standards and government regulations.
• Assists with coordination of company events/meetings and ensures all schedules, details, and communications are created and executed. 
• Assists with coordination and recommends employee engagement activities for company.
• Back up to receptionist if needed.
• Maintains confidentiality of employee/candidate information 100% of the time.
• Provides support for all human resource projects.
• Identifies and introduces new ideas and solutions to create efficiency in the operation.

Skills:

• Customer focused.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Self-starter who works independently and in a team environment.
• Exhibits sound judgement.
• Maintains a calm, tactful demeanor when dealing with difficult situations.
• Manages multiple projects and timelines with a sense of urgency and follow through.
• Well organized, analytical, and detail oriented.
• Follows direction with focused attention.
• Exhibits initiative and willing to learn.
• High degree of professionalism and maturity.
• Strong computer and excel skills.
• Minimum two (2)+ years of HR or payroll administration, preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree, preferred.

Job Location: PVA Global Headquarters | Halfmoon, NY

PVA provides competitive salaries with an extensive benefits package including 90% employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance; free onsite health center; employer paid Life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance; employee assistance program; paid holidays, vacation, and sick time; paid maternity/paternity leave; 401k savings with company match; new employee mentorship program.