HR Generalist - Payroll & Compliance

Company Overview

At Allia Health, the umbrella organization for Southend Pharmacy, Brello Health, and Woven, we don’t just follow industry trends—we redefine them. Our mission is to commoditize anti-aging solutions, making them affordable and accessible to the average consumer—not just the wealthy. By offering customized and cost-effective wellness products that follow cost-containment models, we aim to improve people’s quality of life and meet them wherever they are on their health journey.

Job Summary

The HR Generalist – Payroll & Compliance serves as a critical operational backbone of the People Operations team. This role supports payroll processing, ensures regulatory compliance across federal and state employment laws, manages unemployment claims, supports compensation benchmarking through Payscale, and conducts systematic audits of HR system data. The incumbent works closely with the Director of People Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Processing Support

• Supports and acting  back-up, multi-state payroll processor including data entry, verification, and timely submission for all employee populations (salaried, hourly, and part-time)

• Reconcile payroll data against timekeeping systems prior to each pay run; resolve discrepancies with managers and employees

• Administer off-cycle payrolls, manual checks, final paychecks, and special pay events (bonuses, commissions, retroactive adjustments)

• Stay current on payroll tax law changes and implement required updates proactively

Compliance & Regulatory Administration

• Maintain and update required employment posters, notices, and mandatory disclosures

• Conduct periodic internal audits of HR practices, I-9 documentation, and personnel records to ensure regulatory adherence

• Track and report EEO-1, and other required government filings on established deadlines

Unemployment Claims Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all unemployment insurance (UI) claims and related correspondence

• Review, research, and prepare timely, well-documented responses to state unemployment agency inquiries and separation notices

• Represent the organization at unemployment hearings, either in person or virtually, as required

• Track UI claim trends and outcomes; provide summary reports to the Director of People Operations to inform HR strategy

HR System Data Auditing

• Conduct regular, structured audits of HRIS data (employee records, org structure, position data, compensation fields) to ensure completeness and accuracy

• Develop and maintain audit checklists, tracking logs, and exception reports for Director review

• Support system implementations, upgrades, and integrations

General HR Generalist Support

• Support internal administrator for the Payscale compensation platform

• Respond to employee inquiries related to pay, deductions, tax withholding, and HR policies with professionalism and confidentiality

• Maintain organized, compliant personnel files (electronic and physical) in accordance with document retention policies

• Support HR projects, and People Operations initiatives as assigned by the Director

Required Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience with a heavy emphasis on payroll processing

• Demonstrated hands-on experience processing multi-state payroll (500 employees preferred)

• Working knowledge of federal and state employment law compliance requirements

• Experience managing unemployment claims through the full lifecycle, including hearings

• Proficiency with an HRIS platform (ADP, Workday, or similar)

• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills including pivot tables

• High attention to detail with a demonstrated track record of data accuracy and error resolution

• Ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines with discretion and sound judgment

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR, SHRM-CP (Certified Payroll Professional), or equivalent certification

• Experience supporting compensation analysis and salary review processes

• Exposure to HR system data auditing, data governance, or people analytics

• Experience working in a fast-growing or mid-size organization supporting a Director-level HR leader

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Standard office environment; extended periods of computer-based work

• May require extended hours during payroll processing cycles, audits, or year-end activities

• Hybrid or on-site schedule as determined by organizational policy

What We Offer

• Full benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 401(k) with company match, PTO, Flex days, holidays, and more!

 The company does not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in  the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Allia Health Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to cultivating a culture where all team members feel valued & respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. 

If you have any questions or require immediate assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at recruiting@alliahealth.co.