Job Description

HR Assistant - Payroll & Benefits (Human Resources)
GARY, IN, United States of America
$20.00 - $22.00

Overview

At Performance Plus, we’re more than a janitorial company—we’re a legacy. With over 100 years of family-owned experience serving Northwest Indiana and Southern Michigan, we take pride in making a meaningful impact across industries, from healthcare to education. We’re trusted by our clients because we know what it takes to maintain the cleanest, safest environments possible.

Job Skills / Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Support

  • Preparation and processing of weekly and biweekly payroll
  • Review and reconcile employee timekeeping data
  • Enter payroll changes, including but not limited to new hires, terminations, raises, deductions, garnishments, and other compensations, into the system
  • Address payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
  • Maintain payroll records and support payroll audits
Benefit Administration

  • Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and terminations
  • Coordinate open enrollment activities and prepare employee communication
  • Serve as point of contact for benefit providers and employee benefit questions
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date benefit records and documentation
  • Assist with COBRA administration and compliance
HR Support

  • Maintain confidential employee files, databases, and HRIS systems
  • Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes
  • Support HR initiatives, training, and compliance tracking
  • Help prepare reports related to payroll, benefits, and employee data
  • Perform other HR-related duties as assigned 
Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree in HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 1–3 years of experience in HR or payroll administration preferred
  • Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including FLSA, HIPAA, and ACA
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and payroll/HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, etc.)
  • Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Work Environment

Position may require the ability to lift up to 25 lbs. 

Additional Information / Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision and Dental Benefits
401k Employer Match
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan

This job reports to the Director of Human Resources

This is a Full-Time position 1st Shift.

Number of Openings for this position: 1