Job Description
Job Description
Our growing contract manufacturing organization is seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on Payroll & HR Generalist to manage complex multi-state payroll operations while supporting key human resources functions. This role is responsible for processing weekly and bi-weekly payroll, certified payroll reporting, union payroll administration, prevailing wage compliance, and various HR activities including recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and employee support.
This position serves as a critical resource for ensuring payroll accuracy, regulatory compliance, and a positive employee experience across multiple locations.
Payroll Administration
- Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for approximately 120 employees across five states.
- Administer multi-state payroll in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Prepare and submit certified payroll reports for government and public works projects.
- Ensure compliance with prevailing wage requirements and maintain supporting documentation.
- Manage union payroll requirements, including dues, benefit contributions, and reporting.
- Audit employee time records, wage rates, job classifications, and payroll deductions.
- Maintain payroll records and employee data within payroll and HRIS systems.
- Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and assist with month-end reporting.
- Coordinate payroll tax filings and resolve payroll-related discrepancies.
- Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, benefits, and timekeeping.
Human Resources
- Coordinate full-cycle recruiting activities including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and candidate communications.
- Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and support workforce planning.
- Facilitate new hire onboarding, orientation, and completion of employment documentation.
- Manage background checks, employment verifications, and new hire compliance requirements.
- Maintain employee personnel files and HR documentation.
- Support employee relations by responding to routine HR inquiries and assisting with issue resolution.
BENEFITS:
Medical/Dental/Vision + Supplemental Life
PTO + Paid Holidays
401k plan
- 3+ years of payroll experience with multi-state payroll administration.
- Experience processing union payroll and certified payroll.
- Working knowledge of prevailing wage requirements and labor compliance.
- Experience supporting recruiting, onboarding, and general HR functions.
- Strong understanding of wage and hour laws, payroll taxes, and employment regulations.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.