Senior Human Resources / Payroll Generalist

Position Purpose:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team. This role will take ownership of key HR functions, with a primary focus on payroll administration, payroll reporting and reconciliation, HRIS support, employee relations, and day-to-day HR operations. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in HR systems and processes, with direct experience using Paylocity. Experience with Paycom is a plus.

Essential Functions:

Payroll & Reporting

• Process and manage payroll in Paylocity, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Analyze payroll reports and perform reconciliations to ensure data integrity and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure proper GL mapping and reporting.
• Maintain and audit payroll records and employee compensation data.
• Assist with government required filings as directed.

HRIS Management

• Manage HRIS workflows, including employee lifecycle processes (onboarding, status changes, terminations, etc.).
• Support the transition process between HRIS systems and coordinate. Troubleshoot and resolve issues in Paylocity and support data integrity across systems.
• Generate and analyze reports to support internal HR metrics and compliance needs.

Employee Relations & HR Support

• Serve as a first point of contact for employee questions regarding benefits, policies, and general HR support.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on employee relations issues, escalating as needed.
• Support the administration of company policies, procedures, and compliance with employment laws.
• Assist associates and supervisors in assigned area with HR issues and questions as they arise, offering prompt courteous service.

Recruiting & Onboarding Support

• Partner with hiring managers and recruit to support the full-cycle recruitment process as needed.
• Assist with new hire onboarding, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for new employees.

Experience, Education & Skills:

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience with a strong generalist background.
• Hands-on experience with Paylocity is required. Experience with Paycom is a plus.
• HR certification or degree preferred.
• Excellent conflict resolution, and verbal/written communication skills required.
• Strong understanding of payroll processing, reporting, and compliance.
• Solid knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience supporting HRIS processes, with strong attention to data integrity.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work.
• Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects. Involves sitting most of the time, with walking and standing occasionally.