Human Resources & Payroll Specialist

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At Sun Title, we don’t just close deals—we open doors. Based in Grand Rapids, we’re a title company built on heart, precision, and community. Our culture is rooted in saying “YES!”—to innovation, collaboration, and making sure every client and employee is seen, heard, and valued.

Our HR team is small but mighty—just three dedicated professionals: our HR Manager, HR/Payroll Specialist (that’s you!), and our HR Assistant. Together, we support approximately 100 employees across 11 locations throughout Michigan. It’s a hands-on, high-impact role where teamwork is essential and every contribution matters.

We’re supporting a growing organization with ambitious goals and a genuine commitment to making a difference—for our employees, our clients, and the communities we serve.

Who You Are

You’re a detail-loving, tech-savvy HR professional with a passion for payroll. You thrive on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance, and you know how critical it is to get every paycheck right. You’re confident navigating HRIS systems, solving payroll puzzles, and streamlining processes. You’re not afraid to roll up your sleeves to make processes smoother and smarter. You also enjoy connecting with people—whether it’s helping a new hire feel welcome, supporting a community volunteer event, or crafting a killer interview guide.

What You’ll Do

As our HR & Payroll Specialist, payroll is your primary focus—but you’ll also support broader HR operations. You’ll:

• Own the bi-weekly payroll process from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal and state regulations
• Audit payroll data, including hours, PTO, bonuses, and deductions, with precision and care
• Manage payroll-related reporting, including W2 audits, Michigan ESTA calculations, and vendor reports
• Support benefits setup and Open Enrollment logistics, including payroll deductions and carrier coordination
• Create and run HRIS reports that help leaders make informed decisions
• Build workflows and templates in Paylocity to automate and improve payroll and HR processes
• Coordinate onboarding and training assignments, ensuring new hires are set up for success
• Maintain and update the Sun Title Careers webpage
• Help develop recruiting strategies tailored to each open role
• Create interview guides that help us find the perfect fit
• Manage internal HR communications and employee announcements
• Support employee engagement and community volunteer events

What You Bring

• 4+ years of HR experience, including hands-on payroll and benefits administration
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field
• Experience with Paylocity (or similar HRIS)
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• A knack for communication and confidentiality
• A valid driver’s license (you might be running a few errands!)
• Bonus points for title, real estate, or mortgage industry experience

Why Sun Title?

• We’re a people-first company with a strong community presence
• We offer opportunities to grow, learn, and make an impact
• Our team is collaborative, energetic, and just plain fun
• We believe in giving back—and we’ll give you time to do it

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary + Bonus Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation
• A culture of empowerment, innovation, and continuous improvement

Grow With Us

At Sun Title, HR is at the heart of how we grow—intentionally, collaboratively, and with care. In this role, you’ll help shape the employee experience, support meaningful initiatives, and contribute to a culture where people thrive.

Apply today and help us create exceptional experiences—one employee at a time.

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Human Resources

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