HR Generalist — Payroll & Compliance Lead

Harbor Foods Group; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading food distribution company is seeking a Payroll/Human Resources Generalist to manage payroll, recruitment, and employee relations in Kent, Washington. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and have 3-5 years of HR experience. Responsibilities include overseeing payroll processing, ensuring legal compliance, and training team members. This position requires excellent communication skills and strong knowledge of HR best practices. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related Human Resources experience highly preferred.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to file, possess organizational skills, and make presentations to small groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead in a variety of HR functions including payroll, recruitment, employee relations, and compliance.
• Oversee payroll processing and audit payroll reports for errors.
• Train new team members in HR software systems and techniques.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and conduct regular audits.

Skills

Strong knowledge of labor and payroll laws and regulations

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Job description

A leading food distribution company is seeking a Payroll/Human Resources Generalist to manage payroll, recruitment, and employee relations in Kent, Washington. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and have 3-5 years of HR experience. Responsibilities include overseeing payroll processing, ensuring legal compliance, and training team members. This position requires excellent communication skills and strong knowledge of HR best practices. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance and a retirement plan.