HR, Payroll & Contracts Coordinator with Security Clearance

Pernix Group is a dynamic and growing company committed to excellence in [industry/sector]. We are currently expanding our team and looking for a detail-oriented, proactive HR, Payroll & Contracts Coordinator to support our human resources, payroll operations, and contract administration. Position Overview We are seeking a motivated HR, Payroll & Contracts Coordinator who has a combination of HR, payroll, and basic contract administration experience. This individual will assist with day-to-day HR operations, payroll processing, contract tracking, and employee support—ensuring accuracy, compliance, and smooth workflows across HR, payroll, and legal/contractual functions. This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their career looking to grow their expertise in HR, payroll, and contract management in a fast-paced, global environment.

Key Responsibilities HR & Payroll ~ Assist with payroll processing, including timekeeping, data entry, and benefits deductions.

~ Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.

~ Support recruitment processes, including posting job openings, screening candidates, and scheduling interviews.

~ Conduct pre-employment background checks and coordinate related compliance requirements.

~ Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and HR policies.

~ Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes.

~ Ensure compliance with company policies and federal/state employment regulations.

~ Provide general administrative support to the HR team.

Contracts Administration ~ Assist with the preparation, review, and tracking of employee and vendor contracts.

~ Maintain the contracts database and ensure timely renewals, expirations, and compliance deadlines are met.

~ Coordinate with internal stakeholders (HR, Finance, Legal, Operations) to ensure contracts are complete, accurate, and aligned with company policies.

~ Support legal and HR teams by maintaining organized records of agreements, amendments, and correspondence.

~ Help standardize templates and workflows for contracts and related documentation.

Qualifications ~5+ years of experience in HR, payroll, contracts administration, or a related field.

~ Knowledge of payroll systems, HRIS platforms, and/or contract management systems.

~ Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage deadlines.

~ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

~ Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

~ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

~ Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field preferred but not required.