HR & Payroll Generalist

Lawrence County Memorial Hospital; Lawrenceville (IL); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Generous PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Lawrence County Memorial Hospital in Illinois is seeking a detail-oriented HR & Payroll Generalist to manage payroll, benefits, HRIS data, and related operations with accuracy and confidentiality. You will ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and partner across Finance and Operations to support payroll integrity.

Reporting to the Director of HR & Workforce Strategy, this role offers opportunities to improve processes, develop Excel-based reports, and contribute to a positive

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business, accounting, or related field (or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years payroll, HR ops, or benefits experience.
• Knowledge of payroll processing, timekeeping, deductions, tax withholding, wage/hour compliance.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and collaborate across the organization.

Responsabilidades

• Process biweekly and supplemental payroll accurately.
• Audit timekeeping and payroll data for accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain payroll records and employee updates.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Prepare payroll reports for audits and month/quarter/year-end.
• Develop Excel-based workforce analytics reports.
• Support benefits enrollment and COBRA and 401(k).

Conocimientos

Payroll processing

Timekeeping

Excel reporting

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in HR, business, accounting, or related field

Herramientas

UKG Pro

UKG Workforce Management

HRIS

Descripción del empleo

• Pay or shift range: $55,000 USD to $70,000 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Professional/Technical
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: HUMAN001161

Description

About Lawrence County Memorial Hospital

At Lawrence County Memorial Hospital, we are more than a healthcare facility, we are a trusted healthcare partner and an essential part of the communities we serve.

As a Critical Access Hospital, we provide high-quality, compassionate healthcare close to home. Our size allows us to offer something special: the opportunity to know our patients, build meaningful relationships, and make a visible difference in the lives of individuals and families throughout our community.

Why Join the LCMH Team?

Make a Difference Be part of an organization where your work directly impacts the health and well-being of the people we serve. At LCMH, you have the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients, families, and fellow community members.

Be Part of a Supportive Team We believe great patient care starts with a strong team. Our collaborative environment encourages employees to support one another, share ideas, and work together to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients.

Grow Your Career We are committed to helping our employees learn, develop, and reach their professional goals. LCMH supports ongoing education, training, and opportunities for career growth.

Join Our Team If you are passionate about providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare and want to be part of a team that cares deeply about our patients, our employees, and our community, we invite you to explore a career with Lawrence County Memorial Hospital.

At LCMH, we are proud to provide high-quality care, close to home.

About this Position

Position Summary: Reporting to the Director of HR & Workforce Strategy, the HR & Payroll Generalist is responsible for the accurate and timely administration of payroll, employee benefits, HRIS data, and related human resources operations. This position plays a key role in ensuring payroll and benefits processes are administered consistently, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable federal and state regulations and organizational policies. The HR & Payroll Generalist serves as a trusted resource for employees and leaders, providing responsive support while exercising sound judgment, maintaining strict confidentiality, and demonstrating a high level of professionalism, accuracy, accountability, and customer service.

Payroll Administration & Compliance

• Process accurate and timely biweekly and supplemental payroll, including regular wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, adjustments, and employee status or compensation changes.
• Review, audit, and reconcile timekeeping and payroll data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established deadlines and applicable wage and hour requirements; research and resolve discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and process employee updates related to new hires, terminations, transfers, compensation changes, tax withholdings, direct deposits, leave status, and other employment changes.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, tax requirements, and paid leave regulations.
• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for internal audits, accounting activities, and month-end, quarter-end, and year-end processes.
• Analyze payroll data and processes to identify trends, variances, and opportunities to strengthen internal controls, improve accuracy, and enhance operational efficiency.

Benefits Administration & HR Operations

• Support day-to-day benefits administration, including new hire enrollment, qualifying life events, benefit changes, terminations, COBRA, 401(k), and annual open enrollment activities, including employee communications, enrollment assistance, vendor file feeds, and data validation.
• Reconcile benefit invoices, payroll deductions, and vendor billing to ensure accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Coordinate benefits-related communications and assist employees with enrollment, coverage questions, and benefit administration processes.
• Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and Operations to support reporting requests, reconciliations, internal audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide general HR operational support, including new hire orientation, personnel file maintenance, employee engagement activities, community events, and other departmental initiatives as needed.
• Develop and maintain Excel-based reports, dashboards, charts, and presentations to support workforce analytics, operational reporting, and leadership decision-making.
• Audit HRIS data to identify discrepancies, validate information, and ensure accurate reporting across systems.
• Support HRIS maintenance, system updates, reporting enhancements, and workflow improvements to strengthen data accuracy and operational effectiveness.
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of employee, payroll, and benefits information in accordance with applicable state and federal privacy, HIPAA requirements, and organizational policies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Minimum 3 years experience in payroll administration, HR operations, benefits administration, or a combination of related HR and payroll responsibilities.
• Knowledge of payroll processing, timekeeping systems, payroll deductions, tax withholding, wage and hour compliance, and payroll reconciliation.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, including formulas, data analysis, and reporting.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies, research issues, and implement practical solutions.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-directed, with strong communication and customer service skills and the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrates a team-focused, “can do” attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with UKG Pro, UKG Workforce Management, or comparable HRIS, payroll, and timekeeping platforms.
• Previous HR or payroll experience within a healthcare organization, preferably in a hospital or other 24/7 operational environment.
• Experience administering or coordinating employee benefits programs and enrollments.
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), SHRM-CP, PHR, or other relevant HR/payroll certification.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary Exempt position with a starting salary between $55,000 - 70,000 annually.
• The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including overall experience, education, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Benefits: Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefit package that includes generous PTO, medical, dental, vision, disability, life, accident, and critical illness insurance. To learn more about our benefits, please visit LCMH - Careers - Employee Benefits

Other Duties

Please note this position summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

LCMH is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace that is free of inappropriate or unlawful conduct on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected group status as provided by law.

Compliance and Regulatory

All employees are required to comply with all laws, regulatory guidelines, and health care policies. This includes, but is not limited to federal, state and local laws, applicable State Departments of Health, Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and LCMH Policies and Procedures. All employees are required to be compliant with hand hygiene guidelines as well as to adhere to safe practices, identify and report unsafe practices.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Education

Bachelors or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.