Payroll Specialist/HR Generalist

About the Role:

The Payroll Specialist/HR Generalist plays a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while supporting a broad range of human resources functions within the organization. This position is responsible for managing payroll operations, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and serving as a key resource for employee inquiries related to compensation and benefits. Additionally, the role involves administering HR policies, assisting with recruitment and onboarding, and contributing to employee relations initiatives. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with finance, management, and external vendors to streamline processes and enhance overall HR and payroll efficiency. Ultimately, this role ensures that employees are compensated correctly and that HR practices support a positive and compliant workplace environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in payroll processing and general human resources functions.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with payroll software and HR information systems (e.g., ADP, Paylocity).
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Bilingual - English and Spanish

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with benefits administration and employee relations.
• Familiarity with tax filing processes and compliance audits.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with data analysis.
• Experience working in a multi-state payroll environment.

Responsibilities:

• Process and verify payroll data accurately and on schedule, including timekeeping, wage calculations, deductions, and benefits administration.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including tax filings and reporting requirements.
• Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding payroll, benefits, and HR policy questions, providing timely and clear communication.
• Support recruitment efforts by coordinating job postings, screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and facilitating onboarding processes.
• Assist in administering employee benefits programs, maintaining personnel files, and updating HR databases to ensure data integrity.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures to promote a positive work environment and legal compliance.
• Collaborate with finance and external vendors to reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Participate in employee relations activities, including performance management support and conflict resolution assistance.

Skills:

The Payroll Specialist/HR Generalist utilizes strong analytical and technical skills daily to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with complex regulations. Effective communication skills are essential for addressing employee inquiries and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Organizational skills enable the management of multiple tasks such as payroll processing, benefits administration, and recruitment activities simultaneously. Proficiency with payroll and HR software systems allows for efficient data management and reporting. Additionally, problem-solving skills are applied regularly to resolve discrepancies and improve HR and payroll processes.

Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary

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