Entry-Level HR & Finance Specialist

Edison Welding Institute Inc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Edison Welding Institute (EWI) in Columbus, OH is seeking an entry-level HR Generalist to support payroll, onboarding, benefits, and HRIS activities. You will assist with talent acquisition, training, and associate relations while ensuring compliance and efficient HR operations.

The role emphasizes day-to-day HR processes, data integrity in Paycom, and collaboration with the VP of Human Resources on strategic initiatives. A strong foundation in accounting and HR is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• 3+ years of accounting/finance experience as staff accountant.
• Strong MS Office, Salesforce, Power BI and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with multitasking in a high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly and semimonthly payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Prepare and post month-end journal entries and reconcile accounts.
• Provide LIMS finance support and profitability reporting.
• Handle BWC reporting, reconciliation, and compliance activities.
• Set up new employees in Dynamics and support project allocations and rate tables.

Skills

MS Office

Salesforce

Power BI

Excel

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Paycom

Dynamics

Job description

Edison Welding Institute (EWI) in Columbus, OH is seeking an entry-level HR Generalist to support payroll, onboarding, benefits, and HRIS activities. You will assist with talent acquisition, training, and associate relations while ensuring compliance and efficient HR operations.

The role emphasizes day-to-day HR processes, data integrity in Paycom, and collaboration with the VP of Human Resources on strategic initiatives. A strong foundation in accounting and HR is preferred.