HR Generalist

About the Role

The HR Generalist supports the full employee lifecycle while managing accurate and timely payroll processing. This role serves as a trusted resource to employees and management, ensuring consistent application of company policies and providing responsive support across a broad range of HR functions. The position requires a detail-oriented and highly organized individual with a strong focus on payroll accuracy, compliance, confidentiality, and excellent employee service.

Reports to: Director of Finance & Administration

Responsibilities

• Manage and process weekly payroll for hourly and salary employees, ensuring accurate and timely payment.
• Coordinate payroll tax filings and year-end processes, including W-2 preparation and employee tax documentation.
• Monitor timekeeping and attendance records, review timesheets for accuracy, and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Manage vacation and sick accruals in the company payroll system.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state employment laws and company policies, including required payroll and HR reporting for multi-state entities.
• Prepare payroll-related reports, reconciliations, and documentation, and assist with audits as needed.
• Manage the employee onboarding process, including new-hire paperwork, background and reference checks, drug testing, HRIS and company system setup, training, and benefits enrollment.
• Foster new employee success with 30/60/90 day acceleration plans.
• Work with the Office Coordinator to plan company events, social activities, birthday and anniversary recognition, and team-building activities that nurture company values and culture.
• Implement employee retention practices, including collecting feedback via surveys, focus groups, and exit interviews.
• Manage the off-boarding process, ensuring the security of company data and records.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date human resource files and records, including job descriptions and documentation of corrective disciplinary actions.
• Assist with annual processes such as benefits enrollment, performance reviews, compensation updates, and employee handbook revisions.
• Partner with managers on Performance Improvement Plans to ensure proper records and support successful outcomes for both employees and the company.
• Partner with managers on annual training and development, including monthly reporting throughout the year.
• Roll out required federal and state statutory trainings and maintain current labor law posters.
• Partner with senior leaders to develop and administer HR programs such as career pathing, coaching, and mentoring programs.
• Maintain daily timesheet and expense report entries and submit them accurately and timely.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

Technical Skills

• Proficient in MS Office products.
• Experience with payroll/HRIS systems. Paylocity experience preferred.

Soft Skills & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Pleasant and professional demeanor.
• Strong relationship-building and people skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Goal-oriented mindset.
• Strong ability to synthesize information quickly and efficiently.
• Excellent organization skills with strong attention to detail.
• Energy, enthusiasm, and results-oriented.
• Able to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and company information.

Education, Experience & Knowledge

• Minimum 3+ years of relevant HR and payroll experience with a strong understanding of core HR functions, including payroll, benefits administration, and policy compliance.
• Associate’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Maintains membership in SHRM.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Use of computer and office equipment.

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license in your state of residence and reliable personal vehicle.