Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Learning Experience is an early education company focused on joyful and engaging learning for children. The Payroll & HR Operations Lead is responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processing, employee lifecycle administration, and HR system integrity across multiple locations, ensuring payroll accuracy and regulatory compliance. This role also serves as the primary contact for payroll and HR operational matters and supports employee engagement and leadership.
Responsibilities
- Payroll Administration
- Garnishments & Deductions Administration
- Holiday & Weather Pay Administration
- Employee Onboarding
- Employee Termination & Offboarding
- HR System & Administrative Support
- Employee Engagement & Leadership Support
Skills
- Minimum of 2–4 years of hands-on payroll processing and HR administration experience, preferably in a multi-site or multi-state environment
- Familiarity with E-Verify employment eligibility processes and applicable federal and state employment regulations
- Strong working knowledge of payroll principles, practices, and regulatory requirements, including multi-state final-pay laws, garnishment processing, and payroll deduction compliance (CCPA, IRS, state agencies)
- Exceptional attention to detail with a demonstrated ability to identify and resolve discrepancies quickly and accurately
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with employees, center staff, and leadership at all levels
- High degree of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential employee information
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and document management systems such as BOX
- Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered
- Prior experience with Paylocity is strongly preferred; familiarity with other HRIS/payroll platforms will be considered
Benefits
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Tuition assistance
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