Payroll Specialist - HR Generalist

Westerville, OH • $30/hour

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Payroll Specialist / HR Generalist to join our team. This role is primarily responsible for payroll processing, with additional responsibilities supporting HR functions across the organization.

Responsibilities

Payroll (Primary Focus)

• Process and manage weekly/biweekly payroll accurately and on time
• Maintain payroll records, including wages, deductions, and taxes
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve employee inquiries
• Coordinate with finance on payroll reporting and audits

HR Generalist Duties

• Support onboarding and offboarding processes
• Maintain employee records and HRIS systems
• Assist with benefits administration and employee communications
• Support employee relations and respond to HR-related inquiries
• Help ensure compliance with company policies and employment laws

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll experience (multi-state preferred)
• Experience with HR processes and generalist responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and Microsoft Excel
• High attention to detail and confidentiality
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with HRIS/payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex, or similar)
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Accounting, or related field

Benefits

• Competitive pay at $30/hour
• Stable, supportive work environment
• Opportunity to grow within HR and payroll functions