Client-Focused HR Consultant (Generalist) & Payroll Expert

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP is seeking an HR Consultant (Generalist) to provide outsourced HR services to a diverse client base across industries. You will manage daily HR functions, ensure compliance, and support recruitment and onboarding.

The role emphasizes benefits administration, payroll coordination, and data integrity in HRIS (ADP). Strong communication and multi-tasking are essential for delivering timely, accurate HR solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business or related field; or equivalent experience
• At least 1 year of HR experience
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Preferred: extensive Excel/data analysis experience
• Experience with ATS platforms (ADP preferred)
• Strong payroll knowledge and regulatory understanding
• Effective communication skills at all levels
• Ability to multi-task across multiple client projects; SHRM/HRCI certification encouraged

Responsibilities

• Provide outsourced HR and consulting services to multiple clients across varying industries
• Manage daily HR and administrative functions for clients
• Ensure state and federal compliance
• Policy and handbook creation
• Recruiting and onboarding
• Benefits administration and compensation
• Performance management and employee relations
• Reporting and data integrity in HRIS/payroll system (ADP)
• Full-cycle recruitment and background checks across client organizations
• Coordinate group benefits plans and open enrollment
• Respond to HR inquiries through dedicated mailbox
• Build trusted HR relationships with clients and employees

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

HRCI/SHRM certification

Tools

ADP

MS Office

HRIS/payroll systems

Job description

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP is seeking an HR Consultant (Generalist) to provide outsourced HR services to a diverse client base across industries. You will manage daily HR functions, ensure compliance, and support recruitment and onboarding.

The role emphasizes benefits administration, payroll coordination, and data integrity in HRIS (ADP). Strong communication and multi-tasking are essential for delivering timely, accurate HR solutions.