Human Resources Generalist

Job Description This is a hands‑on Human Resources Generalist role supporting the IFS Ultimo Americas business. The position provides day‑to‑day HR support across the employee lifecycle, with a strong focus on payroll coordination, HRIS management, and administrative execution. The HR Generalist will partner with managers and employees to support core HR processes, ensure accurate and compliant payroll operations, and maintain efficient HR systems and records. This role is ideal for someone with broad HR experience who enjoys both operational and systems‑focused work. This position is initially offered as a temporary contract, with the potential for full‑time conversion based on business needs and performance. Key Responsibilities Provide day‑to‑day HR support across employee lifecycle activities including onboarding, offboarding, and employee changes. Serve as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries related to HR policies, payroll, and benefits. Support employee relations matters by providing guidance and escalating more complex issues as needed. Maintain accurate employee data in HRIS systems and ensure data integrity across platforms. Support and coordinate payroll processing, including salary, bonuses, commissions, and benefits‑related changes. Partner with Finance and external providers to ensure payroll accuracy and timely processing. Review payroll data for discrepancies and assist in resolving payroll‑related issues. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and wage laws. Maintain payroll records and support payroll audits and reporting. Support benefits administration including open enrollment, employee changes, and responding to employee questions. Assist in processing compensation changes, new hires, terminations, and required documentation (e.g., I‑9s). Support employee and manager self‑service functionality within HR systems. Generate and maintain HR and payroll reports, including general ledger and compliance reporting. Support HR‑led projects, including the transition and implementation of a new HRIS system. Assist in migrating employee data across systems, ensuring accuracy and data integrity across payroll, benefits, and employee records. Help coordinate employee communications, training, and change management efforts related to new HR systems, policies, and processes. Assist in maintaining HR policies, procedures, and documentation. Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal policies. Qualifications 36 years of experience in Human Resources in a generalist or HR coordinator capacity. Hands‑on experience supporting payroll processes. Experience working with HRIS and payroll systems. Strong administrative and organizational skills with high attention to detail. Working knowledge of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and HR best practices. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting a multi‑state employee population. Exposure to benefits administration and open enrollment processes. HR certification (SHRM‑CP or PHR) is a plus. Experience in a SaaS or growing organization preferred but not required. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr