HR Business Partner

Access Labs; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Access Medical Labs is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to serve as the primary HR partner to the Laboratory organization, providing strategic and hands-on support across employee relations, workforce planning, performance management, compensation, compliance, and talent development.

This role also oversees payroll and benefits functions and supervises the Payroll & Benefits Administrator, ensuring accurate, timely payroll and benefits administration while partnering with leadership

Qualifications

• Experience as HR business partner or generalist role in a корпоратив environment.
• Strong knowledge of payroll, benefits, and compliance.
• Proven ability to analyze HR data and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary HR partner to Laboratory leadership and staff.
• Oversee payroll and benefits administration, with supervision of Payroll & Benefits Administrator.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
• Develop and update HR policies and procedures.
• Drive performance management and succession planning initiatives.
• Provide guidance on employee relations and disciplinary actions.

Skills

HRBP

Payroll

Benefits

Communication

Analytical

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related

SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR/SPHR preferred

Tools

HRIS

Payroll system

Job description

Job Summary

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as the primary HR partner to the Laboratory organization, providing strategic and hands‑on support to Laboratory leadership and employees across employee relations, workforce planning, performance management, compensation, compliance, and talent development.

Description

Job Summary

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as the primary HR partner to the Laboratory organization, providing strategic and hands‑on support to Laboratory leadership and employees across employee relations, workforce planning, performance management, compensation, compliance, and talent development.

This role also has primary oversight of the company's payroll and benefits functions and supervises the Payroll & Benefits Administrator. The HRBP ensures accurate, timely, and compliant payroll and benefits administration while partnering with leadership and external vendors to optimize programs and processes.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee all payroll processes to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing.
• Supervise and provide direction to the Payroll & Benefits Administrator.
• Review and approve payroll changes, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, bonuses, deductions, overtime, and leave.
• Oversee administration of medical, dental, vision, disability, EAP, PTO, and other employee benefit programs.
• Manage relationships with payroll, benefits, insurance, and other HR vendors.
• Lead annual benefits renewal and open enrollment processes.
• Ensure accurate benefits eligibility, enrollment, deductions, and vendor reconciliations.
• Monitor payroll and benefits compliance and coordinate required audits, filings, and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll, benefits, HRIS, and employee service processes.
• Develop and update HR policies and procedures in line with legal requirements and company needs.
• Implement and manage performance management systems to drive high performance and employee engagement.
• Support succession planning strategies to identify and develop future leaders within the organization.
• Ensure compensation and benefits packages are aligned with industry standards and comply with legal regulations.
• Provide guidance and support to managers in handling employee relations issues, including disciplinary actions and terminations.
• Act as a point of contact for employees to address concerns or issues related to workplace conflicts, grievances, or policy violations.
• Promote a positive organizational culture by fostering open communication and resolving conflicts fairly.
• Leverage HR technology (HRIS, ATS, AI integration etc.) to streamline HR processes and improve efficiency.
• Regularly report on key HR metrics (e.g., turnover, overtime, employee satisfaction, etc.) and provide data‑driven insights to senior leadership.
• Supervise and respond to all employment‑related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Manage the off‑boarding employment process, including holding exit interviews and tracking feedback to analyze any turnover trends.
• Manage the maintenance of the HR and Payroll system related to new hire enrollment, employee changes, payroll and benefits.
• Manage the organization and filing of all required employee records.
• Facilitate HR processes and companywide programs/policies to ensure an ethical, fair and consistent approach.
• Create and develop employee engagement initiatives to support sustaining positive employee relations and positive culture building.
• Additional tasks may be assigned at any time by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required; SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including experience supporting managers and employees in a business partner capacity.
• Strong hands‑on experience with payroll and benefits administration, including payroll processing/oversight, benefits enrollment, renewals, vendor management, and compliance.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or leading HR team members; prior experience managing payroll and/or benefits staff preferred.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including wage and hour, leave, benefits, and payroll requirements.
• Experience working with an HRIS/payroll system and demonstrated ability to manage HR data, reporting, and system processes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret HR, payroll, benefits, and workforce data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem‑solving, and relationship‑building skills with the ability to work effectively with employees and leaders at all levels.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee, compensation, payroll, and benefits information with discretion and sound judgment.
• Experience supporting employees in a laboratory, healthcare, scientific, manufacturing, or other highly regulated environment is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

About the Organization

Access Medical Labs is one of the largest specialty diagnostic labs in the country, using 50% less blood and delivering next‑day results. We offer a comprehensive test menu-from routine panels to advanced biomarkers-across blood, saliva, and urine, performing over 1,000 tests under one roof. Our ultra‑automated facilities, spanning over 55,000 sq. ft., are powered by the most cutting‑edge diagnostic technology and innovative lab logistics available.

Since 2003, we've been committed to delivering a truly exceptional client experience backed by precise and reliable testing. Every innovation we pursue is driven by one purpose: making personalized medicine more practical and accessible.

Company culture is the foundation of Access Medical Laboratories. We continue to attract mission‑driven and goal‑oriented professionals to our organization, where each individual and team is recognized for their accomplishments. We place a significant amount of value on teamwork and mentorship, enabling each individual to consistently grow and develop. At Access, each team member has a sense of belonging, family, and community. We enjoy coming to work every day in an environment where people feel empowered, understanding that each team member plays a significant role in providing peace of mind to patients nationally.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.