HR/Payroll Generalist

HR Generalist (HR & Payroll Focus)


Culver CIty
Full-Time | Onsite/Hybrid Depending on Team Needs
$65K-$80K DOE | Direct Hire
We are partnering with a growing organization in the Los Angeles area seeking a highly skilled HR Generalist with strong payroll experience to support expanding HR teams. These roles offer the opportunity to work in structured, fast-paced environments while owning key HR functions across payroll, recruiting, compliance, and employee support.
Key Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Payroll (Primary Focus)

• Process semi-monthly or bi-weekly payroll using ADP Workforce Now or similar systems
• Oversee timecard management, attendance tracking, and wage adjustments
• Audit payroll for accuracy and partner with HR team members to resolve discrepancies
• Maintain reporting and ensure compliance with California and multi-state wage & hour laws
  
  

Recruitment & Talent Support

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for administrative, operational, and office roles
• Collaborate with department leaders on staffing needs and requisition management
• Conduct sourcing, screening, interviews, and offer coordination
• Support workforce planning and hiring timelines
  
  

Leaves of Absence & Workers' Compensation

• Administer LOA programs including FMLA/CFRA, medical, parental, and personal leaves
• Manage Workers' Compensation claims and maintain communication with employees and leadership
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and maintain accurate documentation
  
  

General HR Operations

• Support onboarding, offboarding, new hire setups, and employee lifecycle documentation
• Assist with performance review cycles, corrective action documentation, and HR compliance
• Partner with leadership to improve HR processes and contribute to HR initiatives
• Provide day-to-day HR support and guidance to employees and managers
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• 5 plus years of HR experience with a strong emphasis on payroll, recruiting, and LOA administration
• Strong Job Stability is important on resume
• ADP Workforce Now experience strongly preferred
• Solid understanding of California employment laws (multi-state experience a plus)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to support multiple locations or teams
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable handling competing priorities
• Experience in structured, process-driven environments preferred