Human Resources Generalist

LG•Atlanta, GA

21h

About The Position

We are seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join the HR team in our corporate office in Atlanta, GA. Reporting to the HR Team Leader, this role provides day-to-day operational HR support with a strong emphasis on payroll administration, data accuracy, and HRIS maintenance, while supporting key HR lifecycle activities. The HR Generalist serves as a trusted resource for employees, managers, and internal stakeholders by ensuring accurate payroll processing, timely issue resolution, and consistent application of HR policies and employment practices. This is a hands-on, individual contributor role, ideal for an early-career HR professional who is detail-oriented, analytical, and interested in developing payroll and HR operations expertise within a corporate environment. Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Minimum of 2 years of experience processing payroll using ADP Workforce Now (HRIS)
2-4 years of experience in HR operations or human resources support roles
Exposure to multiple HR functional areas such as onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, or recruiting coordination
Working knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and employment best practices
Ability to effectively navigate and maintain HRIS and talent management systems (e.g. ADP Workforce Now, SuccessFactors)
Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain confidential employee and payroll data
Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills are required.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environment
Advanced Microsoft suite – in particular, Excel, spreadsheet and power point skills required
Experience using Excel functions such as Pivot tables and VLOOKUPs

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting employees and managers in a U.S. corporate environment preferred

Responsibilities

Execute accurate and timely full-cycle multi-state U.S. payroll processing including weekly, hourly, and semi-monthly salaried payroll utilizing HRIS (ADP Workforce Now)
Partner closely with Accounting and Finance teams to resolve payroll discrepancies, adjustments, and corrections
Maintain and audit employee data in HRIS, ensuring accuracy of compensation, job changes, benefits deductions, and taxation
Process payroll-related transactions, including new hires, terminations, leaves of absence, salary changes, bonuses, and one-time payments
Assist with reconciliation of payroll reports and respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner
Support compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations and company payroll policies
Execute and track employee onboarding and offboarding activities, including documentation, system updates, and cross-functional coordination
Prepare HR documentation such as employment letters, confirmation notices, policy acknowledgements, and payroll-related communications
Support benefits administration activities that impact payroll, including benefit enrollments, qualifying life events, and deductions
Track required training, certifications, and compliance documentation
Assist with audits, internal controls, and HR reporting related to payroll and employee data
Respond to routine HR questions and escalate issues when appropriate
Assist with HR metrics, payroll reports, and data analysis for leadership and compliance needs
Support implementation of HR process improvements, system updates, and internal communications
Perform administrative and project-based tasks to enhance over HR operations and payroll accuracy