Payroll & HR Generalist
About The Position
The Payroll & HR Generalist is a critical operational role responsible for the processing of weekly payroll and the day-to-day administration of human resources functions. This position serves as a primary point of contact for employees, ensuring organizational compliance across payroll, benefits, safety, and leave administration. The ideal candidate brings a high degree of technical proficiency and the professional discretion required to manage sensitive employee relations and performance management cycles. You will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of our workforce data while proactively mitigating risk through diligent Workers’ Compensation management and safety committee participation.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 2 -5 years of experience in an HR role with proven experience in payroll, benefits, and leave administration.
- Proficiency with HRIS systems (Workday, ADP, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Understanding of federal and state employment laws, particularly FLSA, FMLA, ADA, and Workers' Compensation regulations.
- Good problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional organization, time management and multitasking abilities.
- Keen attention to detail.
- Exceptional interpersonal, customer service, problem-solving, as well as verbal and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Process weekly payroll accurately and on time for all employees, including salary, hourly wages, commissions, bonuses, prevailing wages and special payments.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local tax withholding and wage and hour laws.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and tax forms (W−2, etc.).
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all Workers' Compensation claims and work in conjunction with our corporate WC Administrator to track and manage claims.
- Assist in maintaining accurate OSHA recordkeeping and reporting requirements.
- Serve as a member of the safety committee to assist in developing and implementing safety procedures and trainings to minimize workplace injuries.
- Administer and track return-to-work and light-duty programs for injured employees.
- Manage company annual Open Enrollment communications and serve as SME for benefit inquiries.
- In conjunction with our corporate LOA Administrator, track and manage all employee leaves of absences and accommodation requests, ensuring full compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Track leave usage, manage necessary documentation, ensure continuity of coverage and accurate pay during leave periods.
- Assist in employee relations issues and resolutions while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and trust.
- Assist with the performance management cycle including coaching leaders through the performance management process.
- Conduct new hire onboarding/orientation and offboarding as necessary.
- Assist in the annual performance review cycle.
- Provide guidance and support to employees and managers on HR-related topics, policies, and procedures.
- Maintain and update information in our Human Resources Information System (Workday).
- Assist with company engagement activity planning.
- Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- HEALTH BENEFITS
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability
- Optional supplemental benefits
- Enrollment eligibility begins first of the month following date of hire
- FINANCIAL ASSURANCE
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Weekly pay
- Convenient direct paycheck deposit
- Team Member reward and recognition program
- AND MORE
- Eight (8) paid holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Team Member referral bonuses
- Opportunities to participate in community events
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
