Job Description
Payroll & HR Coordinator (Part-Time)
Lakes Area Landscaping, LLC | Pelican Rapids / Detroit Lakes, MN
Position Overview
Lakes Area Landscaping, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & HR Coordinator to support payroll processing, benefits coordination, and employee compliance tracking. This role works closely with ownership and our accountant and is responsible for preparing, organizing, and reconciling payroll and HR information.
This position is ideal for someone with payroll and HR coordination experience who enjoys accuracy, organization, and working behind the scenes to keep operations running smoothly.
We are looking to fill this role within the next 30–45 days.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare bi-weekly payroll for owner approval
Collect, review, and verify employee timecards, PTO, and pay changes
Enter payroll data and deductions into QuickBooks
Maintain accurate employee payroll and HR records
Coordinate benefits deductions (health insurance, AFLAC, MN PFML, 401(k), HSA)
Reconcile payroll deductions with benefit and retirement portals
Track DOT Health Card expirations and send renewal reminders
Prepare clean, organized payroll and benefits reports for accountant review
Support onboarding and offboarding documentation
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and company information
Final tax filings, regulatory submissions, and compliance determinations are handled by ownership and the company accountant.
Qualifications
Prior experience in payroll, HR coordination, or benefits administration
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Comfortable working with payroll systems (QuickBooks preferred)
Ability to handle confidential information professionally
Organized, dependable, and deadline-driven
Clear communication and willingness to escalate discrepancies
Schedule & Compensation
Why Work With Us
Locally owned, family-run company
Clear role expectations and documented processes
Supportive ownership and accountant partnership
Stable, long-term opportunity with room to grow
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply through this platform. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview.