Hr Assistant

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Newberry Tanks & Equipment is a fast paced, growing business based in West Memphis, Arkansas. A strong HR department is essential for our growth. A successful candidate will work with the HR manager to complete essential tasks to enhance the productivity and effectiveness of the department.

However, a successful candidate must also be able to work independently. A significant part of the growth is occurring in our Memphis, Tennessee location, where we are growing the number of employees on site there. This position will be based in Memphis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Technology

• Utilize appropriate technologies including Outlook, Microsoft Office, Network share, HRIS, and other software applications

2. General Accounting

• Accounts journals for payroll, taxes, etc.

3. Payroll Administration

• Weekly payroll processing and record keeping

4. Administrative Duties

• Maintains Employee Files
• Process monthly insurance
• Attendance reports
• Workers comp reporting
• OSHA reporting

5. General

• Assist with special programs and company events

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Ability to use good judgement and maintain a high level of confidentiality and sensitivity
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Office applications
• Organization, planning and analytical skills
• Working knowledge of time and attendance systems and payroll systems
• Bi-lingual - English and Spanish preferred

EDUCATION

• Minimum AA Degree in HR, Business Administration, or equivalent in experience
• SHRM Training

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of three to five years successful experience performing administrative functions of a detailed nature, preferably in a manufacturing environment

CHARACTER TRAITS

• Attention to detail
• Organized
• Reliable
• Takes Initiative

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Visual acuity to handle paperwork of a detailed nature, the ability to sit at a desk for long periods of time
• Ability to commute between our Memphis and West Memphis locations