HR Generalist - FMLA and Compliance
About The Position
The HR Generalist is responsible for supporting key human resources functions with a strong emphasis on leave administration (FMLA), regulatory compliance, and payroll processing. This role ensures adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws while delivering high-quality HR support and accurate, timely payroll services. With 5–8 years of professional HR experience, this role serves as a trusted partner to employees and leaders. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail oriented, and skilled at delivering a positive employee experience while maintaining alignment with organizational goals and policies.
Requirements
- 5+ years of HR experience, with hands-on experience in: FMLA and leave management, HR compliances and payroll processing
- Experience with multi-state compliance
- Experience using Microsoft Office products (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
- Strong understanding of payroll processes, wage and hour requirements, and multi-state payroll considerations
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to manage high-volume, detail-heavy workloads (FMLA tracking, etc.)
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience with HRIS and payroll systems
Nice To Haves
- HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar) – willingness to pursue
- Knowledge of benefits administration. Assist with benefits administration as needed
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, etc.)
- Maintain and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook
- Conduct internal audits of HR processes and employee records
- Assist with investigations, documentation, and resolution of employee relations issues
- Support compliance reporting (EEO-1, OSHA logs, audits, etc.)
- Stay current on HR legal updates and proactively recommend changes
- Administer all aspects of employee leave programs, including FMLA, ADA, short-term/long-term disability, and state leave laws
- Determine eligibility, track leave usage, and maintain accurate documentation
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and managers regarding leave-related questions
- Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and maintain confidentiality
- Partner with managers to support return-to-work processes and accommodations
- Provide operational support for payroll processing activities, including pre‑ and post‑payroll validation.
- Partner with Payroll leadership to ensure timely and accurate payroll execution across multiple states.
- Assist with off‑cycle payrolls, adjustments, reversals, and corrections as needed.
- Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation in accordance with internal controls and retention standards.
- Support year‑end payroll activities, including W‑2 validation and reconciliation.
- Contribute to HR projects and process improvements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
