HR Generalist

Description We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist to join our team in New Hyde Park, New York. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring smooth day-to-day HR operations, fostering positive employee relations, and maintaining compliance with labor regulations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in payroll administration, benefits management, and HR process improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily HR functions, including onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance activities.
• Process payroll accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper wage calculations, tax deductions, and timely distribution.
• Review employee timekeeping records and address discrepancies to maintain accuracy.
• Oversee the submission and auditing of employee expense reports, ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Maintain confidential HR and payroll records, ensuring data accuracy and security.
• Support benefits enrollment processes and coordinate leave-of-absence programs.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, HR policies, and expense-related matters.
• Assist in enhancing HR processes and implementing systems to improve operational efficiency.
• Generate HR and payroll reports, and provide support during audits.
• Ensure HR practices comply with labor laws and company guidelines. Requirements
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in human resources or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of employee relations and HR administration.
• Proficiency in onboarding processes and benefits management.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems).
• Familiarity with payroll processing and timekeeping systems.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong communication skills for effectively addressing employee inquiries.

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