HR Generalist
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Description
HR Generalist
The HR Generalist plays a key role in supporting the HR Director across all facets of human resources, with a strong focus on recruiting, onboarding/offboarding, employee relations, benefits and leave administration, HRIS management, and payroll. This dynamic, hands-on position is people-focused and offers the opportunity to make a real impact while supporting teams across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Foster strong, positive relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.
+ Accurately process weekly payroll for both hourly and salaried employees.
+ Lead the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding efforts for open positions across the organization.
+ Provide comprehensive administrative support for health and benefit programs, including enrollments, terminations, changes, and disability claims.
+ Maintain accurate HRIS records for new hires, terminations, job changes, promotions, and pay adjustments.
+ Organize and manage personnel files to ensure they are accurate, complete, and compliant with all applicable regulations and company policies.
+ Generate and analyze HR reports and metrics using HRIS and other reporting tools.
+ Administer leave of absence programs—including FMLA and short-term disability—in compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
+ Stay up to date on HR best practices, legal requirements, and industry trends in talent management and employee relations.
+ Enjoyment of wearing many hats is necessary.
Requirements
What You Need:
+ Minimum of 3–5 years of professional HR experience
+ Hands-on experience with payroll processing
+ Experience administering leaves of absence, including FMLA
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with related software systems
+ Comfortable with HRIS platforms, preferably Paylocity, or ability to learn quickly
+ Solid understanding of local, state, and federal employment laws and compliance requirements
+ Exhibit strong leadership presence and the confidence to make decisions and influence outcomes
+ Foster cooperation and mutual respect, even in high-stress or emotionally charged situations
+ Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present effectively to diverse audiences and stakeholders
+ High attention to detail with strong follow-through
+ Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and assume additional responsibilities
+ Proven ability to think independently, solve problems, and implement timely solutions
+ Able to manage complexity and adapt to ambiguous situations
+ Skilled at multitasking and handling multiple projects simultaneously
+ Demonstrated ability to build strong internal relationships across all organizational levels
+ Self-motivated, proactive, and resourceful
+ Committed to maintaining strict confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately
+ Dependable with a strong work ethic and sense of accountability
+ Must be willing to travel as needed
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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