HR Generalist

$55,000 - $60,000/Yr

Unclassified - Akron, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Akron, OH

About the position

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented HR Generalist to join our team. The HR Generalist will be responsible for performing a range of human resources, payroll, and benefits duties; including preparing and submitting payroll and benefits administration. The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical and communication skills and have a strong desire to learn and grow. This position requires a proactive approach to managing HR functions and ensuring compliance with various regulations. The HR Generalist will play a crucial role in supporting the overall HR strategy and will be involved in various initiatives to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction. The HR Generalist will process weekly and biweekly payroll, administer benefits-related programs and procedures for company personnel, and coordinate the recruitment process. This includes conducting new hire orientations, processing new hire forms, conducting background checks, and verifying I-9 documentation. The HR Generalist will also assist with drafting handbook policies and procedures, approve vendor invoices for payment, and write job descriptions as needed. Additionally, the role involves managing the performance review program, participating in salary surveys, and providing required reporting for the management team and government organizations. The HR Generalist will participate in the annual audit process and provide support to external auditors as needed. Ensuring compliance with rules and regulations including COBRA, FMLA, HIPAA, and ERISA is a critical aspect of this role. The HR Generalist will serve as a liaison and maintain working relationships with Ohio BWC, MCO, and legal representatives, attending hearings as necessary. Furthermore, the HR Generalist will administer the Ohio BWC Drug Free Workplace program and develop and implement procedures regarding post-accident/incident, return to work, and drug testing as related to injury/incident and safety work practices.

Responsibilities

• Processes weekly & biweekly payroll
• Administers benefits related programs and procedures for company personnel
• Coordinates the recruitment process
• Conducts new hire orientations and processes new hire forms
• Conducts background checks and pre-employment drug screenings
• Verifies I-9 documentation
• Assists with drafting handbook policies and procedures
• Approves vendor invoices for payment
• Writes job descriptions, as needed
• Manages the performance review program
• Participates in salary surveys
• Provides required reporting for management team and government organizations
• Participates in the annual audit process and provides support to external auditors as needed
• Ensures compliance with rules and regulations including COBRA, FMLA, HIPAA and ERISA
• Serves as liaison and maintains working relationships with Ohio BWC, MCO, and legal representatives, attends hearings, as necessary
• Administers Ohio BWC Drug Free Workplace program
• Develops and implements procedures regarding post-accident/incident, return to work, and drug testing as related to injury/incident and safety work practices

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or general studies with 5 years of relevant experience in payroll and benefit administration OR 10 years of experience in payroll and benefit administration
• Five years in a lead responsibility function in either payroll or benefits
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and people skills

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance