Overview
Human Resources / Accounting Associate Jobs in Watertown, CT at Forum Contract Manufacturing
Position Summary
The Human Resources & Accounting Assistant provides administrative and operational support to both the Human Resources and Accounting departments. This role assists with daily HR functions, employee support, and compliance activities while also supporting basic accounting and payroll processes. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Key Responsibilities
Human Resources Support
- Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding, including preparing new hire and separation documentation
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee personnel files and HR systems
- Support benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, and responding to employee inquiries
- Assist with recruiting activities such as posting job openings, coordinating interviews, and tracking applicants
- Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and company employment policies and recordkeeping requirements
- Respond to routine employee questions related to HR policies, benefits, and payroll, escalating issues as appropriate
Accounting Support
- Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including invoice processing and data entry
- Support payroll preparation by collecting, reviewing, and entering time and attendance data
- Assist with expense report reconciliation and basic bookkeeping tasks
- Maintain organized and accurate financial and payroll records
- Support audits, reports, and month-end activities as needed
Administrative & General Duties
- Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and correspondence for HR and Accounting
- Schedule meetings, maintain calendars, and support department initiatives
- Assist with special projects and provide general administrative support to both departments
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in Human Resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
- 1–3 years of administrative experience, preferably supporting HR and/or accounting functions
- Basic knowledge of HR processes, payroll, and accounting principles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with HRIS or accounting software is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Skills
- Experience with payroll processing and benefits administration
- Familiarity with employment laws and compliance requirements
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Work Environment
- Office-based or hybrid role, depending on company needs
- Standard business hours with occasional overtime during peak periods such as payroll processing or audits
Pay: $22.00 – $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Human Resources / Accounting Associate
Company: Forum Contract Manufacturing
Location: Watertown, CT
