Human Resources and Payroll Generalist

$60,000 - $70,000/Yr

Fence & Deck Connection - Halethorpe, MD

Full-time - Mid Level

Halethorpe, MD

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

Fence & Deck Connection, Inc. is seeking a Human Resources and Payroll Generalist to join their Corporate Team in Halethorpe, MD. This full-time position involves supporting HR initiatives and managing payroll functions, ensuring compliance, and assisting with employee benefits administration. The ideal candidate will be energetic, self-motivated, and capable of handling various HR responsibilities while working closely with the Human Resources Manager.

Responsibilities

• Assist employees with HR-related questions such as benefit information and new hire onboarding.
• Conduct background checks, drug screenings, and employee reference questionnaires during the recruitment process.
• Conduct new employee orientation and coordinate with different departments.
• Serve as the point of contact for payroll and employee benefits inquiries.
• Ensure payroll functions run effectively and efficiently, preparing and submitting weekly payroll via ADP Workforce Now.
• Enter data into payroll and administrative databases and software programs.
• Maintain accurate records of payroll documentation and transactions.
• Process approved status changes, salary changes, garnishments, terminations, and withholding requests.
• Review time and attendance records for completeness and accuracy for all departments.
• Maintain accurate employee and benefit information in the HRIS system.
• Process and update worker's compensation claims and reporting.
• Participate in annual compliance audits and reporting.
• Administer various employee benefit programs such as Healthcare, Wellness, HSA, and 401(k).
• Manage paid-time-off (PTO) programs in the HR systems to ensure accuracy.
• Manage leave management and related documents for LOA, FMLA, ADA, etc.
• Assist with benefits planning and administration, including coordination of annual open enrollment.
• Complete monthly reconciliation of benefit provider invoices.
• Coordinate COBRA and other benefits for terminated employees.
• Provide HR support, coaching, and mentoring to company managers and employees.
• Assist in the development of personnel policies and procedures and maintain the employee handbook.
• Prepare payroll, census, and compliance reports for management.
• Complete employment verifications, unemployment claims, and payroll inquiries.

Requirements

• Proficient in ADP Workforce Now
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in human resources or business
• 3 to 5 years of HR Generalist experience
• 3 to 5 years of full cycle payroll experience
• Working knowledge of current Federal and state regulations regarding HR, Benefits, and Payroll issues
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities
• Well-developed organization and time management skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

Nice-to-haves

• SHRM Certification preferred

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance