HR Generalist/Payroll

Growth Operators; Minneapolis, Saint Paul (MN, MN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in human resources consulting is seeking an HR Generalist/Payroll professional to deliver fractional HR support. This role involves comprehensive HR responsibilities such as payroll processing, benefits administration, and ensuring compliance with labor laws while providing high-quality client service. Join an innovative team dedicated to empowering client growth and operational excellence.

Benefits

Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with employer match

Quarterly incentive program

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of HR Generalist experience.
• Experience in payroll processing.
• Strong knowledge of HRIS and ATS software.

Responsibilities

• Participates in processing payroll for clients including time and attendance.
• Administers benefits programs and ensures compliance.
• Maintains employee data in HRIS systems.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Client service

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

ADP

Paylocity

HRIS

ATS

MS Excel

Job description

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Base pay range

$65,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Growth Operators

• Are you looking for something different than your typical internal HR Generalist role?
• Do you love to roll up your sleeves and solve problems for others?
• Are you looking to advance your career doing work that showcases your expertise?
• Do you enjoy variety and challenging yourself to learn new things?
• Would you like to gain valuable experience in different industries from different HR leaders and mentors?

If you answered “YES” to all these questions, Growth Operators is the place for you!

We are seeking a Human Resources professional with prior experience as an HR Generalist and strong payroll expertise who is enthusiastic about business results and delivering a high level of client service.

The client-facing HR Generalist/Associate position is an important role for our team. You will provide our clients with fractional human resources support and services. You will have the opportunity to work closely with an HR Partner or Managing Director of the company.

The HR Generalist role may include, but is not limited to the following duties:

• Participates in processing payroll for clients including time and attendance.
• Performs payroll changes, reviews and ensures approval of payroll with Finance, and assists employees and managers with their payroll questions and requests.
• Administers benefits programs and related compliance activities.
• Serves as the primary contact with providers and employees, ensures a smooth enrollment process for new hires and annual open enrollment.
• Maintains employee and organizational data in HRIS and other systems.
• Provides necessary reporting to the organization; maintains employee files according to requirements and record retention; keeps job descriptions up to date, accurate and compliant.
• Administers leaves of absence for qualifying employees, including FMLA, Military, STD, LTD, and Worker’s Compensation, and more.
• Performs recruitment activities.
• Develops job descriptions, sources candidates, screens applicants, facilitates interviews, completes new hire paperwork, and performs onboarding.
• Supports the development of employee handbooks and policies; keeps them maintained for federal and state compliance requirements.
• Provides support for projects such as system implementations, compensation projects, and M&A transitions.
• May maintain employee data in various client systems throughout the life cycle of employees.
• Maintains knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and ensures client compliance.

Note: This job description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Responsibilities, tasks, and duties of the jobholder might differ from those outlined in the job description and other duties, as assigned, might be required.

Required Qualifications And Core Competencies

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field
• Minimum of 4 years of HR Generalist experience
• Experience processing payroll in ADP, Paylocity, Paychex, or similar platforms is essential.
• Curiosity and ability to identify and seek needed information from a variety of sources and resources
• Prior experience and strong working knowledge of HRIS and ATS software, MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams.
• Advanced Excel including pivot tables, v-lookup, and other data skills
• Analytical thinker who can see how one thing impacts another
• Detail oriented with a strong focus on quality, while adhering to timelines and deadlines
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple priorities at once and meet deadlines
• Self-directed in their work.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with clients and internal team members, often taking direction from multiple people.
• Must be able to spend substantial time in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN area for onsite client work.

Preferred Experience:

• PHR or SHRM-CP
• SPHR or SHRM-SCP

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time position with some flexibility regarding work schedule and location.
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and smartphones.
• The work is performed on-site at client locations, remotely from home, and at Growth Operators' downtown Minneapolis office.
• Travel is primarily local during the business day; some out-of-town and overnight travel may occur.
• Growth Operators offers a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall wellbeing. We are pleased to offer health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k with employer match, voluntary disability, life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance, time off programs, employee assistance programs, and additional perks.
• In addition to the base salary, you will also be eligible to participate in a quarterly incentive program.

At Growth Operators:

• Our purpose is to empower growth for our clients.
• Our vision is to be the premier finance and human resources advisory firm for growing companies.
• Our mission is to deploy our collective knowledge and expertise to propel our clients to higher levels of performance.

Our clients hire Growth Operators because we are different. Our people are experienced, industry-proven professionals that we call Growth Pros. We provide human resources and finance transformation services that empower our clients to create sustainable growth and value, and we approach our work with our sleeves rolled up. Come grow your career with us!

Growth Operators is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

For more information, go to www.growthoperators.com .

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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