HR Generalist

Saisystems Health; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Saisystems Health is seeking an entry-level HR Generalist for our Shelton, CT location. The role covers onboarding, payroll processing, HR operations, benefits coordination, and compliance support, with 1–2 years of HR experience and exposure to US payroll.

Responsibilities include I-9 verification, HRIS setup, benefits handling, and maintaining accurate employee records. The ideal candidate demonstrates attention to detail and effective communication in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of US HR operations experience.
• Basic understanding of US payroll processes.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy (especially for payroll work).
• Good communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment & onboarding: support onboarding and orientation; complete I-9 verification; set up employees in HRIS and payroll systems.
• Payroll process (US): collect, verify, and enter payroll inputs (timesheets, PTO/leave, overtime); manage updates for hires/terminations; handle benefit deductions; resolve payroll queries.
• HR operations & employee records: maintain files and HRIS accuracy; prepare HR letters; track attendance and leaves; support data entry and reporting.
• Benefits & leave coordination: assist enrollments/changes; coordinate with providers for enrollments/terminations; track leaves (PTO, sick, FMLA).
• Compliance support: assist with federal/state compliance; support audits; maintain HR documentation.

Skills

HR operations

US payroll

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Job description

Job description:

About the Role

We are looking for an entry-level HR Generalist with 1–2 years of HR experience, including hands-on exposure to US payroll process. This role supports day-to-day HR operations, onboarding, benefits coordination, employee relations, and accurate payroll process. The ideal candidate should have strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn US HR compliance and multi-state payroll processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Onboarding

• Support new hire onboarding and orientation
• Complete I-9 verification and ensure proper documentation
• Set up employees in HRIS and payroll systems

2. Payroll Process (US)

• Collect, verify, and enter payroll inputs:
  • Timesheets, PTO/leave, overtime
• New hire and termination updates
• Benefit deductions
• Resolve payroll queries from employees

3. HR Operations & Employee Records

• Maintain employee files and ensure HRIS accuracy
• Prepare HR letters (employment verification, offer, confirmation)
• Track attendance, PTO, and leave balances
• Support data entry and reporting

4. Benefits & Leave Coordination

• Assist employees with benefit enrollments and changes
• Coordinate with insurance providers for new enrollments/terminations
• Track employee leaves (PTO, sick leave, FMLA eligibility, state leaves)

5. Compliance Support

• Assist in maintaining compliance with federal and state laws
• Support audits and maintain required HR documentation
• Ensure policies and procedures are followed consistently

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 1–2 years of US HR operations experience
• Basic understanding of US payroll processes
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy (especially for payroll work)
• Good communication and organizational skills