Human Resources Generalist/Payroll Specialist

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Human Resources Generalist/Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in managing comprehensive HR functions, including payroll processing, employee relations, talent acquisition, and compliance management. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of human resources management principles, payroll systems, and employment law, ensuring the seamless operation of HR initiatives and fostering a positive workplace environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to organizational growth through strategic HR practices and efficient personnel administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee onboarding and orientation processes.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HR records in compliance with company policies and legal requirements
• Assist with recruitment efforts, including candidate screening and reference checks.
• Administer employee benefit programs, open enrollment, and help employees with benefit-related questions.
• Coordinate employee training, and professional development activities.
• Assist management with employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local employee regulations.
• Manage workplace safety programs, workers' compensation administration, and FLMA.
• Prepare HR reports, metrics and documentation as needed.
• Assist in updating employee handbooks, policies and procedures.
• Process weekly payroll accurately and on time.
• Review and verify employee time records, attendance, vacation/PTO, and payroll changes..
• Calculate wages, overtime and deductions.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations.
• Reconcile payroll reports and ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations.
• Coordinate payroll-related activities with accounting.
• Prepare payroll reports.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-3 years of Human Resources and payroll related experience required.
• Experience with payroll software and HRIS systems preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws, payroll regulations and HR best practices.
• Strong understanding of payroll processing and HR administration.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively but also the ability to multitask.

Pay: $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24