Payroll Specialist / HR Assistant
Bray & ScarffRole Overview
Bray & Scarff is hiring a mid-level Payroll Specialist / HR Assistant. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Laurel. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Position Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Payroll Specialist / HR Assistant to support both payroll processing and human resources functions. This hybrid role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll administration while assisting with HR operations such as employee onboarding, record maintenance, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Duties:
- Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll for employees accurately and on time
- Maintain payroll records, including wages, deductions, bonuses, and taxes
- Verify timesheets and resolve discrepancies
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
- Manage payroll-related inquiries from employees
- Prepare payroll reports for management and audits
- Coordinate with finance/accounting for payroll reconciliation
Human Resources Support:
- Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes (new hire paperwork, orientation, exit procedures)
- Maintain employee records and HR databases with accuracy and confidentiality
- Support benefits administration, including enrollments and employee questions
- Assist with recruitment tasks such as scheduling interviews and posting job openings
- Help ensure HR policies and procedures are followed and updated
- Provide general administrative support to the HR department
Qualifications
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2+ years of payroll and/or HR support experience preferred
- Knowledge of payroll systems (e.g., ADP, UKG, or similar)
- Familiarity with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
- Understanding of labor laws and payroll regulations
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
Preferred Skills
- Experience with multi-state payroll processing
- Basic knowledge of benefits administration
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills
Work Environment
- Office setting
- May require extended hours during payroll cycles or peak HR periods
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with payroll and HR functions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Payroll Specialist / HR Assistant position at Bray & Scarff?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Bray & Scarff. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Payroll Specialist / HR Assistant role at Bray & Scarff remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Laurel. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
What does a Payroll Specialist / HR Assistant at Bray & Scarff earn?
Bray & Scarff has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Payroll Specialist / HR Assistant role at Bray & Scarff posted?
This role was posted on April 19, 2026 (56 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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