Job Type
Full-time
Description
Join a dynamic HR team where your impact matters!
We’re looking for an organized, detail-oriented HR Generalist to play a key role in supporting the Vertex Group family of companies. In this role, you’ll take the lead on essential HR functions like payroll processing, benefits administration, and core HR operations, helping to create a smooth and supportive experience for our employees. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy juggling multiple priorities, and value the importance of confidentiality and precision, we’d love to have you on our team.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Administration
- Process multiple payrolls accurately and timely, including hourly and salaried employees.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
- Maintain payroll records, audit timesheets, and respond to employee payroll inquiries.
- Coordinate with Finance/Accounting teams to prepare payroll and reconcile payroll-related accounts.
Benefits Administration
- Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, FSA/HSA, and voluntary benefits.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits questions and enrollment assistance.
- Conduct benefits orientations for new hires and support open enrollment events annually.
- Partner with benefits brokers and vendors to resolve claims issues and administer plan changes.
Employee Relations and HR Support
- Provide first-level support for general HR inquiries, policies, and procedures.
- Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, including new hire orientation and exit interviews.
- Maintain employee records and HRIS data integrity.
- Support compliance initiatives including labor law postings, EEO reporting, and employee handbook updates.
HR Programs and Initiatives
- Participate in HR projects such as engagement surveys, wellness initiatives, and training programs.
- Assist in developing and rolling out HR communications, events, and company-wide updates.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes and systems.
- Other related duties as requested.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
- 1+ years of HR experience with exposure to payroll and benefits administration.
- Knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
- Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., Paylocity, ADP or Paycom) preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to support team members with empathy, professionalism, and in a timely manner.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality.
Salary Description
$60,000 - $70,000 annually, experience dependent