HR Generalist
Cypress HCM · Brecksville, OH · 2 wk ago
Business Development$60k/yrContract
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and compliant employee personnel files and HR documentation in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Enter, update, and audit employee data within the HR Information System (HRIS), ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
- Administer and track employee attendance and paid time off records, generating reports as needed.
- Serve as a point of contact for employee questions related to payroll, timekeeping, benefits, and HR policies, escalating issues when appropriate.
- Support administration of group benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and employee communications.
- Auxiliary with open enrollment activities, benefits audits, and ongoing benefits data management.
- Post job openings, manage applicant tracking system workflows, coordinate interviews, and assist with candidate communications.
- Prepare offer documentation, facilitate pre-employment processes, and support onboarding and orientation for new hires.
- Career onboarding and offboarding processes, including system updates, documentation, and internal notifications.
- Auxiliary with maintaining and updating job descriptions, employee handbook content, and other HR-related documentation.
- Compile internal HR communications and contribute to employee engagement initiatives and events.
- Provide backup support for payroll processing as needed.
- Stay current on employment laws and regulations related to payroll, benefits, leave administration, and compliance.
- Support special projects and other HR initiatives as assigned.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
- 2+ years of experience in an HR support role.
- HR certification preferred or willingness to pursue professional credentials.
- Familiarity with HRIS platforms and basic report generation.
- Understanding of payroll fundamentals and timekeeping processes.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with a customer-facing approach.
- Demonstrated discretion when handling confidential information.
- Self-starter who can work independently while contributing to team environment.