Human Resources Generalist

Job Summary & Essential Functions

• Oversees all HR and Payroll activities of assigned location 
• Work independently with support from Corporate Human Resources Department 
• Support and carry out initiatives from Corporate Human Resources Department
• Prepare biweekly payroll data for salary and hourly workforce for input to corporate payroll system using reports generated from business system and adhering to current company policies for overtime, vacation, sick, unpaid, etc.  
• Ensure that information is entered and coded correctly for payroll, provide details, and backup, as necessary for monthly reconciliation by finance to the General Ledger
• Review biweekly payroll reports for accuracy and completeness
• Educate workforce on and enforce company policies and procedures
• Coordinate onboarding, including orientation, safety training, and proper completion of all required paperwork
• Address employee relations issues, investigate all claims of harassment, discrimination, and advise management on resolution directives 
• Ensure all local, state, and federal employment laws are enforced and educate management on such laws
• Act as the main point of contact for all payroll, benefits, and all other human resources related questions
• Maintain all information in HRIS system
• Lead full cycle recruiting activities for exempt and non-exempt positions according to company defined process
• Assist in preparing documents and coordinating, distribution and collection, of all benefits information
• Maintain company bulletin boards with regard to posting of corporate news and business updates, new business opportunities, personnel announcements, job postings, and similar information to ensure that employees remain informed of all relevant activities 
• Prepare documentation for internal and external audits as well as EEO, VETS 100, etc.  
• Prepare status reports and maintain database(s) for management, as requested
• Assist with special events   
• Enter, retrieve, and analyze various information
• Interact and partner with other departments 
• Maintain project files and schedules
• Perform other assignments as required

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Able to maintain confidentiality of company and employee information
• Possess negotiating and conflict management skills
• Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of payroll processing
• Relies on prior experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task, and handle multiple projects at a time
• Intermediate level of computer proficiency
• Able to work with a high level of accuracy
• Problem-solving and prioritization skills

Required Experience & Education 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human resources, Business, or related field 
• At least 7 years generalist experience in Human Resources
• Experience in processing payroll and the full employee lifecycle using ADP
• PHR and/or SHRM-CP helpful but not required