HR Generalist Payroll

Robert Half - Jackson, MI

Full-time

Jackson, MI

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The HR Generalist Payroll position at Robert Half in Jackson, Michigan, involves managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and collaborating with various departments. This role is a short-term contract opportunity that requires a blend of technical skills and interpersonal communication to effectively handle payroll-related tasks and employee inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process payroll on a regular basis using specific software
• Maintain precise records of employee data in payroll systems
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices
• Collaborate with the HR department to verify information on employee benefits, deductions, leaves, etc.
• Prepare payroll-related reports and documents for reference and analysis
• Streamline payroll practices to improve efficiency and automate processes
• Understand the working hours, overtime, shift differentials, etc., of the workforce to process accurate payroll
• Work closely with human resources and accounting teams
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues and concerns in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Possesses experience with ADP - Financial Services and ADP Workforce Now
• Familiar with ATS - Asynchronous Transfer Mode
• Skilled in using Ceridian and Dayforce
• Has knowledge of Benefit Functions
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Understanding of compliance requirements in HR and payroll
• Experience in handling Employee Relations
• Knowledgeable in the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Proficiency in using HRIS and payroll systems
• Ability to ensure accuracy of payroll documents and data
• Experience in processing payroll changes and adjustments
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Knowledge of current payroll tax requirements and regulations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan