Payroll Focused HR Generalist

Tipmont•Linden, IN

10d

About The Position

Are you our next Payroll-Focused Human Resources Generalist? Do you know best practices for payroll like the back of your hand? Are dependability and discretion among your top traits? Do you have a solid foundation in human resources? Can you strongly connect with people and provide excellent attention to organizational detail? If you can picture yourself in this role alongside an amazing team of hard-working, adaptable colleagues, you may be the next Payroll-Focused Human Resources (HR) Generalist for Tipmont. As the Payroll-Focused HR Generalist, you will be the point person on payroll functions while supporting key HR activities for Tipmont — an electricity and fiber broadband cooperative serving eight counties in north central Indiana, as well as its business division, Wintek Business Solutions. You’ll ensure accurate and timely payroll processing and compliance, along with serving a key role in day-to-day HR operations. You’ll join a company where all employees live by corporate values of innovation, public service heart, passion, respect and making an impact. We do more than just speak to those values. We live them out every day — and so will you! We offer an excellent benefits package, which includes medical, dental and life insurance; 401 (k) matching and a pension retirement plan; education reimbursement; and many opportunities for professional growth and mentoring.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
5+ years of payroll experience
Computer skills in Excel, Word and Outlook
Working knowledge of HR principles and employment laws
Strong understanding of payroll taxes, wage laws and compliance requirements
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

Fundamental Payroll Certificate (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
Associate degree

Responsibilities

Processing payroll accurately and on schedule (weekly / biweekly / semi-monthly)
Ensuring proper calculation of wages, overtime pay, bonuses and deductions
Maintaining and auditing payroll records to ensure accuracy and compliance
Managing timekeeping systems and resolving discrepancies
Administering payroll taxes, filings and year-end processes (e.g., W-2s)
Collaborating with finance / accounting for payroll reporting and reconciliation
Handling employees’ payroll inquiries with promptness and professionalism
Maintaining compliance with federal, state and local payroll laws and regulations
Assisting with employee onboarding / offboarding processes
Maintaining employee records and HRIS data
Supporting benefits administration and handling employees’ benefit inquiries
Assisting with recruiting coordination (e.g., job postings and scheduling interviews)
Assisting with compliance and HR documentation
Providing general HR support in enforcement of company policies