HR Clerk (Payroll & Benefits - Part Time)

Pay: $24.00/hour
Schedule: Part-Time, approximately 20 hours per week 

Classification: Non-Exempt
Location: On-site San Jose Facility 

Overview 

We are seeking a detail-oriented HR Clerk to support payroll processing and benefits administration. This part-time role is designed for someone interested in developing hands-on experience in payroll, benefits, and HR compliance in a structured and supportive environment. 

This position focuses on learning payroll and benefits processes, compliance reporting, and employee support, with training and guidance provided. Schedule flexibility may be required around payroll deadlines. 

What You’ll Learn & Support 

Payroll 

• Learn how to process payroll cycles, including taxes and deductions 
• Assist with reviewing and auditing payroll registers 
• Learn to manage time and labor timesheets, PTO tracking, and corrections 
• Support preparation of payroll reports and payroll-related GL entries 
• Assist with payroll audits and documentation 

Benefits & Compliance 

• Learn how to support employee benefits enrollments and changes 
• Assist with reviewing and reconciling benefits invoices 
• Gain exposure to ACA compliance and benefit class tracking 
• Learn how FMLA and Leaves of Absence interact with payroll and benefits 
• Gain foundational experience with 401(k) plan enrollments, distributions, reporting, and compliance testing 

Employee Support & Administration 

• Learn to respond to employee questions related to payroll and benefits with guidance 
• Assist with coordination between payroll providers and benefits vendors 
• Sort and distribute incoming payroll and benefits-related mail 
• Maintain accurate and confidential payroll and benefits records 

What We’re Looking For 

• Interest in learning payroll processing and benefits administration 
• Some experience, coursework, or exposure to HR, payroll, accounting, or related fields preferred 
• Basic understanding of payroll or benefits concepts is a plus, but not required 
• Familiarity with payroll or timekeeping systems (e.g., ADP, Paylocity, UKG, or similar) is helpful but not required 
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn new systems and processes 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately 
• Organized, reliable, and comfortable working independently with guidance 
• Authorized to work in the United States 

Why This Role 

• Part-time schedule with consistent hours 
• Structured opportunity to learn payroll and benefits operations 
• Hands-on exposure to compliance, reporting, and HR systems 
• Opportunity to work closely with the People Operations team 
• Stable, detail-driven role with clear learning objectives 

Work Environment & Requirements 

• Ability to work in an office environment and use standard office equipment 
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines with accuracy and professionalism