Payroll Specialist in Hillsboro, Oregon at Hillsboro Aviation

About Hillsboro Aviation

Founded in 1980, Hillsboro Aviation offers complete helicopter and airplane services comprised of five divisions: contract & charter, aircraft sales & management, service center, FBO, and parts sales. Serving domestic and international markets in the government, commercial, and private sectors, we have over 85 employees and 10 turbine aircraft. We operate out of our award-winning headquarters at the Portland-Hillsboro Airport (KHIO).

Our Vision

We believe in the power of a personal approach. We passionately purvey the notion of flight, a dream demanding creativity, persistence, resilience, and intent. We strive to foster a legacy of innovative thought, leadership, mentorship, service, and sustainability. We are dedicated to providing opportunity and growth for our team, our customers, and our community by providing extraordinary and memorable experiences in the air and on the ground.

The Position

As a Payroll Specialist, you will work closely with the Accounting team to process biweekly payroll and maintain compliance within Drug Abatement and HR. You will report to the Controller and will be responsible for the following, including but not limited to:

• Processing biweekly payroll, including confirming manager approvals on timecards and rates
• Managing the Drug Abatement Program to the standards set by the FAA/DOT
• Employee life cycle management and benefit administration

Ideal candidates are engaging, energetic, and driven; can work independently within his/her areas of responsibilities under limited supervision; value a strong work ethic and optimistic attitude; maintain a critical eye for detail and organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Processes biweekly payroll, including confirming manager approvals on timecards and rates
• Manage the Drug Abatement Program to the standards set by the FAA/DOT
• Benefits administration
• Employee life cycle management including creating and managing job postings, creating and sending offer letters, onboarding, employee relations and communication
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EEO and others
• Maintaining HR/Payroll systems and records
• Other HR-related duties as assigned

Qualifications/Licenses

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Payroll experience
• ADP experience

Required Skills/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum one year of related experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and time management skills
• Knowledgeable with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience in the aviation industry
• Experience with ADP
• Experience with drug abatement for DOT/FAA
• HR/Payroll certification

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401K

Hillsboro Aviation’s growth and sustainability is rooted in its commitment to attracting a diverse set of talent from around the world. To that end, we encourage qualified individuals from all walks of life to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

This job will remain open until filled. Please do not call regarding the status of your application.