Human Resources Manager

Position Overview Our client is seeking an experienced, strategic, and highly organized Human Resources/Payroll Manager to oversee all aspects of Human Resources operations while ensuring accurate and timely payroll administration. This role requires a hands-on leader who can manage employee relations, benefits administration, performance management, and payroll processing for a workforce of 150+ employees. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proven track record of driving HR initiatives, improving processes, and supporting organizational growth. Key Responsibilities Oversee all Human Resources functions and daily HR operations. Lead and manage the onboarding process to ensure a seamless and timely experience for new employees. Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries, employee relations matters, and policy implementation. Manage and support employee performance management processes. Process and oversee weekly payroll for both salaried and hourly employees, supporting a workforce of at least 150 employees. Administer employee benefits programs and ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Establish and track success metrics to ensure projects and initiatives are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. Support continuous improvement efforts by enhancing HR and project management processes, tools, and best practices. Identify, assess, and manage risks and issues while developing effective solutions. Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders across the organization to support business objectives. Coach, mentor, and develop the HR Generalist, Recruiting Coordinator, and Recruiting Assistant to foster professional growth and team effectiveness. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Proven experience managing all aspects of Human Resources. Extensive payroll management experience, including weekly payroll processing for 150+ employees. Strong knowledge of employee relations, HR policies, benefits administration, and performance management. Demonstrated experience with risk and issue management. Excellent planning, organizational, and project management skills. Advanced stakeholder management and communication abilities. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. Experience leading, coaching, and mentoring HR team members. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. Preferred Qualifications HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or

SHRM-SCP

). Preferred. Experience implementing process improvements and HR best practices. Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements.

Ideal Candidate:

A proactive HR leader who combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, possesses strong payroll expertise, and is passionate about developing people, improving processes, and supporting organizational success.