Human Resources Manager

We are searching for a Human Resources Manager to be based in our Cincinnati, Ohio office. This candidate’s primary responsibilities include payroll management, benefits administration, HR operations, and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. The HRM will report to the VP of HR.

Our Company:

We’ve been in business for more than 35 years, rooted in the community as a premier provider of gift shops, bookstores and dining concepts. JB Retail Collective is the parent company of the following leading brands: Nurture Gift Shops, Nourish Coffee Shops, Joseph-Beth Booksellers and Brontë Bistro. ​Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, JB Retail Collective owns and operates locations throughout Ohio, Kentucky, and New York.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing and processing bi-weekly payroll for all company employees using ADP Workforce Now.
• Benefits administration of company medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Responding to employee payroll inquiries or concerns and providing accurate payroll information for employees and management.
• Preparing and maintaining standard and ad hoc reports as part of the bi-weekly payroll process and as requested by management.
• Reviewing and approving 401k plan participant enrollment and otherwise managing 401k administration.
• Supporting annual financial and 401k audits.
• Processing wage garnishments and other deductions.
• Coordinating and ensuring minimum wage compliance.
• Administering and auditing bonus programs and referral bonuses.
• Preparing expedited off-cycle payroll checks as needed.
• Coordinating delivery of annual W-2 statements to employees.
• Handling payroll tax notices and coordinating with ADP to ensure tax notices are resolved in a timely manner.
• Building, maintaining, and auditing time off policies and assignments in ADP.
• Responding to federal and state wage reporting requests.
• Running wage and earnings reports and providing accurate information to support HR initiatives.
• Provide ADP Workforce Now user support and assist with troubleshooting/ problem solving.
• Guiding and directing managers on effective Time & Attendance and Payroll system use on a day-to-day basis.
• Assisting with the development and maintenance of manager training, SOPs and tools related to Time & Attendance and Payroll system use.

Qualified applicants will have the following education and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred
• 3 - 5 years of related experience
• ADP Workforce Now experience (strongly preferred)
• Strong Excel skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Exceptional judgment, interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Excellent insurance (health, dental, vision)
• Paid time off
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 25% match on 401k contributions after 3 months of employment
• 40% discount at all JB Retail Collective bookstores, gift shops, and bistros

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Human resources: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cincinnati, OH 45226: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person