Human Resources Manager

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Human Resources Manager to oversee the day-to-day HR function for a small to mid-sized organization. This position will serve as the primary HR resource for employees and management and will be responsible for a broad range of HR, payroll, benefits, compliance, recruiting, and employee relations activities. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employees and managers, providing guidance on performance, attendance, workplace concerns, and employee relations matters. Manage employee relations issues, including investigations, disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, unemployment claims, and employee separations. Oversee HR administration, including personnel records, job descriptions, organizational charts, policies, employee documentation, and compliance requirements. Manage and review payroll processes, including compensation changes, bonuses, commissions, reimbursements, PTO, and payroll corrections. Oversee federal, state, and local payroll tax compliance, including filings, payments, reconciliations, registrations, and year-end reporting. Administer employee benefits and coordinate programs such as medical benefits, retirement plans, FSA/HSA/HRA, COBRA, leave programs, and workers’ compensation. Partner with external HR, payroll, benefits, and professional employer organization (PEO) providers to resolve issues and ensure accurate administration. Coordinate recruiting, candidate screening, interviews, offers, background checks, onboarding, offboarding, and exit processes. Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state employment regulations, including wage-and-hour requirements, employee classifications, leave requirements, and required notices. Support employee engagement, recognition, company events, and initiatives that promote a positive workplace culture. Coordinate performance management and required employee training. Identify opportunities to streamline, automate, and improve HR and payroll processes. Provide HR reporting and practical guidance to leadership while maintaining confidentiality and sound judgment. Qualifications 7+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably within a small or mid-sized organization. Demonstrated experience independently managing a broad, hands-on HR function. Strong hands-on payroll administration and multi-state payroll tax compliance experience. Experience resolving payroll tax discrepancies, notices, and issues with payroll providers or taxing authorities. Strong employee relations and employment compliance knowledge. Hands-on benefits administration experience. Experience with recruiting, onboarding, performance management, investigations, and employee separations. Experience working with a PEO or similar external HR/payroll provider preferred. Experience with ICHRA is a plus. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field preferred. Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of issues from start to finish. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with HR, payroll, and benefits platforms. Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a practical, approachable, and highly organized HR professional who is comfortable being hands-on and owning the full employee lifecycle. This person should be able to balance detailed administrative responsibilities with employee relations, compliance, payroll, and strategic support for management. #J-18808-Ljbffr