Benefits and Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Human Resources Generalist with a strong focus on recruitment, employee relations, and preferably experience in payroll. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in Spanish and English, possessing excellent communication skills and a deep understanding of HR principles and practices. This role will play a critical part in fostering a positive work environment, supporting employee development, and ensuring compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations.

**Key Responsibilities:

1. **Recruitment and Selection:**

- Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts, including job posting, sourcing candidates, screening resumes, conducting interviews, and making hiring recommendations.

- Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.

- Coordinate and participate in job fairs, networking events, and other recruitment initiatives.

- Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

2. **Employee Relations:**

- Serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries, concerns, and conflict resolution.

- Conduct investigations into employee complaints or grievances, and recommend appropriate solutions in accordance with company policies and legal requirements.

- Provide coaching and guidance to supervisors and employees on HR-related matters.

- Assist in the development and implementation of employee engagement initiatives.

3. **Payroll Administration:**

- Process payroll accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

- Maintain payroll records and resolve any discrepancies or issues that may arise.

- Collaborate with finance and accounting teams to ensure accurate reporting and budget management.

4. **Compliance and Policy Adherence:**

- Stay current with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and ensure company policies and procedures remain compliant.

- Conduct regular audits of HR processes to identify areas for improvement and ensure consistency and fairness.

5. **Training and Development:**

- Assist in the development and delivery of training programs on HR topics, such as diversity and inclusion, performance management, and compliance.

- Support employee development initiatives, including performance evaluations and career development plans.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• At least 3 years of experience in human resources, including recruiting and employee relations responsibilities.

• Prior experience with payroll processing and payroll record administration.

• Bilingual communication skills in Spanish and English

• Solid understanding of employment law, HR standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.

• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion, sound judgment, and professionalism.

• Experience using Paycom

• HR certification is a plus but not required.