HR Business Partner, Human Resources

LogixHealth

11d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic HR Business Partner to join our organization of approximately 500 employees. This role is a critical dual-function position, combining deep expertise in Employee Relations with hands-on, full-cycle payroll processing responsibilities. The ideal candidate serves as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees alike, while ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll operations for both exempt and non-exempt staff across all applicable federal and state jurisdictions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field required
Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience with a strong emphasis on Employee Relations, including formal investigations, disciplinary processes, and management coaching
Minimum of 5–7 years of direct, hands-on payroll processing experience for both exempt and non-exempt employees in a mid-size organization
Demonstration of expertise in federal and multi-state payroll tax filings, including 941s, W-2s, FUTA/SUTA, and state income and local tax compliance
Proven ability to identify, research, and resolve payroll tax discrepancies and IRS/state agency tax notices independently
Strong working knowledge of FLSA, Title VII, ADA, FMLA, NLRA, and applicable federal and state employment laws
Proficiency with HRIS and payroll platforms (e.g., Rippling, ADP Workforce Now, Paycom, Ceridian Dayforce, UKG Pro, or similar)
Exhibit exceptional attention to detail and a zero-tolerance mindset for payroll errors
High degree of discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and compensation data
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly when diagnosing and resolving tax and payroll discrepancies
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
Sound judgment when navigating complex and sensitive employee relations situations
Manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently and exercise good judgment

Nice To Haves

Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation a significant plus.
Experience operating in a multi-state payroll environment across 5 or more states.
Prior HR Business Partner experience in a company of 400–700 employees
Familiarity with general ledger reconciliation and payroll accounting principles

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for all employee relations matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, grievances, and conflict resolution for a workforce of approximately 500 employees
Conduct thorough, impartial, and timely investigations into employee complaints, policy violations, and workplace misconduct, document findings, and recommend appropriate corrective actions
Partner with outside legal counsel on employee issues that require guidance or involve particularly complex or high-risk employee interactions
Partner with managers and supervisors to coach on employee relations best practices, leadership effectiveness, and HR policy interpretation
Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and the employee handbook to ensure legal compliance and alignment with organizational values
Monitor employee morale and engagement, identify trends, and recommend proactive solutions to mitigate turnover and foster a positive workplace culture
Manage unemployment claims and participate in hearings as required
Support annual performance review cycles, ensuring consistent and equitable application of evaluation standards across departments
Manage full-cycle, end-to-end payroll processing for all exempt (salaried) and non-exempt (hourly) employees on a bi-weekly schedule, ensuring 100% accuracy and timeliness
Calculate and verify hours worked, overtime, bonuses, commissions, garnishments, deductions, and other compensation adjustments in compliance with FLSA and applicable state wage-and-hour laws
Prepare, file, and reconcile all federal and state payroll tax filings, including Form 941 (quarterly), Form 940 (annual FUTA), W-2s, and applicable state equivalents, by all required deadlines
Identify, research, and resolve payroll tax discrepancies and tax notices from the IRS and state taxing authorities, coordinating with external tax advisors as needed
Maintain and administer multi-state payroll operations, ensuring compliance with varying state income tax, SUI, SDI, and local tax regulations
Reconcile payroll general ledger accounts and partner with Finance/Accounting on payroll journal entries, accruals, and month-end close activities
Oversee benefits deduction and enrollment reconciliation in coordination with the benefits administration function
Maintain payroll records in compliance with federal and state recordkeeping requirements and internal audit standards
Evaluate and optimize payroll systems and processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
Stay current on changes to federal and state payroll tax laws, wage-and-hour regulations, and compliance requirements, and proactively implement required changes
Partner with business leaders to align HR strategies with organizational goals, serving as a strategic advisor on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent management
Analyze HR metrics and trends (turnover, absenteeism, ER case volume) and present data-driven recommendations to leadership
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition on job descriptions, compensation benchmarking, and onboarding processes
Support HR initiatives including training, employee development, and open enrollment
Comply with all state and federal laws regarding an effective Compliance Program inclusive of HIPAA Privacy and Security
Adhere to the Code of Conduct and remain familiar with all compliance policies and procedures stored in LogixGarden relevant to this position
Ensure departmental managers and employees follow the Code of Conduct, compliance policies, and procedures