HR Generalist of Benefits and Payroll

AFTERMATH•Aurora, IL

2d•$60,000 - $82,000•Onsite

About The Position

The HR Generalist serves as a foundational member of the Aftermath Services Human Resources team, responsible for administering the day-to-day operations of payroll and benefits as the primary function of the role. As Aftermath continues to build and mature its HR infrastructure as an independent organization, this position will also encompass leave program administration, HRIS management, compliance, safety, workers’ compensation, recruiting and onboarding support. This role is well-suited for a detail-oriented, service-focused HR professional who is comfortable wearing multiple hats and ready to expand their generalist capabilities over time as systems and processes are established.

Requirements

2–4+ years of HR experience with demonstrated strength in payroll and benefits administration.
Working knowledge of multi-state payroll processing and applicable wage and hour compliance.
Familiarity with federal leave laws including FMLA, ADA, and COBRA.
Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems; Paylocity experience strongly preferred.
Experience with benefits administration including open enrollment and carrier coordination.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in all work product.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a customer-service orientation toward team members and managers.
Comfortable operating in a growing, evolving HR environment where processes are still being built.
Discreet and professional in handling sensitive and confidential information.
Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently when needed.
Adaptable and eager to expand skills as the role grows over time.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of relevant HR work experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience supporting workers’ compensation administration and OSHA recordkeeping.
Experience working in a multi-state employer environment.
Background in a field services, operations, or distribution environment a plus.

Responsibilities

Providing administrative and operational support to the HR function by maintaining accurate employee records, assisting with the development and communication of HR policies and procedures, and supporting HR leadership with projects and initiatives as the organization’s HR infrastructure evolves.
Managing routine HR correspondence, documentation, and reporting to ensure efficient day-to-day HR operations.
Administration and oversight of multi-state payroll operations for approximately 300 employees, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing through our HRIS.
Partnering closely with finance to maintain payroll reporting, account reconciliation, and tax compliance while ensuring adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations.
Administration and oversight of the company’s benefits programs, including health and retirement plans ensuring accurate enrollment, compliance, and vendor coordination.
Partnering with external brokers and administrators to manage benefit strategy, renewal analysis, regulatory reporting (including ACA and ERISA requirements), and benefits data integrity while supporting a positive benefits experience across the organization.
Administration and oversight of company leave programs, including federal, multi-state, and company-specific leaves.
Ensuring compliance with applicable leave laws and providing guidance to team members and managers throughout the leave process.
Administration and optimization of our HRIS platform, supporting payroll, benefits, recruiting, and onboarding modules.
Ensuring data accuracy and system integrity, providing reporting and insights to the HR Manager and leadership, and partnering with external vendors to support HR technology processes and ongoing system enhancements.
Ensuring HR compliance and risk management by ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Overseeing workers' compensation administration, maintaining required safety and compliance documentation, supporting audit activities, and ensuring accurate recordkeeping.
Supporting the organization’s talent acquisition and onboarding processes by coordinating job postings, candidate communications, background screenings, and pre-employment requirements.
Helping ensure a smooth and compliant hiring and onboarding experience.
Providing frontline support to team members and managers by serving as a resource on company policies, procedures, and general employment matters.
Supporting HR leadership in maintaining consistent policy application, documenting employee relations activities, and escalating complex matters as appropriate to ensure fair and compliant people practices across the organization.