HR Generalist & HRIS Administrator

About the role

This position is in-person only. The HR Generalist & HRIS Administrator is primarily responsible for full-cycle payroll processing, HRIS administration, reporting, compliance, employee support, and data management. Approximately 90% of this role is focused on payroll processing, HRIS management, analytics, and HR operations. Recruiting and onboarding are secondary responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Independently process biweekly payroll from start to finish using an HRIS/payroll platform.
• Audit payroll data including timecards, deductions, garnishments, taxes, and adjustments.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee pay concerns.
• Maintain HRIS data integrity and process employee status changes.
• Create and analyze payroll and HR reports using Excel, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and formulas.
• Partner with payroll and HRIS vendors to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Provide exceptional support to team members regarding payroll, HR systems, policies, and HR-related questions.
• Maintain personnel records and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Support policy administration, reporting, audits, and compliance initiatives.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and orientation activities as needed.
• Travel to regional worksites as required and perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum three years of hands-on payroll processing experience with responsibility for full-cycle payroll administration.
• Experience with Paycor, Paycom, ADP, Paylocity, UKG, or a similar HRIS/payroll platform.
• Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, formulas, and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience working directly with payroll or HRIS vendors to resolve system issues.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, and HR compliance requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Paycor payroll and HRIS systems.
• Experience supporting a multi-location workforce.
• Experience in a nonprofit organization.
• Professional certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, CPP, or FPC.