HR Assistant & Payroll Specialist

Summary

Join a fast-moving hospitality group as an HR Assistant & Payroll Specialist. You will process payroll for various employee types, maintain accurate employee records, handle payroll deductions and benefits, and support HR with onboarding and communications. This role requires cross-functional collaboration with HR, Accounting, and Restaurant Operations teams, supporting a staff of 300+ across 8 locations. The position is a full-time, remote opportunity working Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm PST (+/- 1 hour). You will be an independent contractor with TLNT. Additional perks are offered.

Requirements

• 3+ years of payroll or HR experience, ideally in hospitality or multi-location environments
• Proficiency in Excel (PivotTables, formulas, data validation, etc.)
• Familiarity with POS/payroll systems (Shift4 and HigherUp preferred)
• Knowledge of payroll best practices and HR compliance
• Highly organized, with excellent attention to detail and follow-through
• Strong communication skills with a proactive, service-oriented mindset
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for hourly, salaried, tipped, and commission-based employees
• Maintain accurate employee records, including new hires, terminations, rate changes, and employment status updates
• Handle payroll deductions, PTO, leave balances, and benefits coordination
• Support HR with onboarding documentation, employee communications, and policy administration
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely, professional manner
• Audit timekeeping and payroll data to ensure accuracy before processing
• Generate payroll reports and assist with reconciliations, compliance audits, and year-end filings
• Coordinate with Finance and external vendors to ensure timely processing
• Provide administrative support across HR functions as needed

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Accounting, or a related field is a bonus

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• This is a full-time, long-term position
• The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with TLNT
• Work from home
• Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm (+/- 1 hour accepted) - PST
• Additional perks