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Hours Full-time
Location Syracuse, NY
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Human Resource Generalist - Monday through Friday, 8am-4:30pm, fully in office/no remote work.

Must have extensive experience in ADP Workforce Now, leave management, payroll, benefits administration.


Responsibilities:

  • Assists in benefit enrollment and benefit plan documentation. Executes open enrollment and submits ACA reporting.
  • Process weekly payroll: review the information for completeness and accuracy; contact various department leaders for any missed times or unapproved timecards; process weekly payroll data per established routines and deadlines; tax garnishments; investigate and correct payroll discrepancies and errors; complete requests for pay-related documents including statements and verifications; ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and guidelines; maintain payroll records.
  • Develop and prepare a variety of HRIS reports, which may include HR KPI, compensation, new hire, and termination reports.
  • Develops and maintains internal instruction guides on all administrative procedures, updating as necessary. Interpret policies, answer questions, and counsel associates regarding policies.
  • Assists in auditing HRIS system data.
  • Contact and liaison to Human Resource-related resources, ensuring compliance with regulatory oversight entities.
  • Develop and prepare a variety of HRIS reports, including HR KPI, compensation, new hire, and termination reports.
  • Monitor and maintain compliance with employment laws on a federal, state, and local level, as applicable.
  • Prepare miscellaneous HR-related Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents as required or needed.
  • Assist in a variety of HR projects as required or directed.
  • Assist in the administration of Leave of Absence documents and information to employees, including but not limited to, FMLA, ADA, and Short-Term Disability.
  • Provide assistance with unemployment claims and employment verification requests.
  • Administers, manages, and documents employment-related issues specific to risk assessment and mitigation, to include but not limited to stay and exit interviews, investigations of alleged misconduct, unemployment insurance responses, return-to-work, disability documentation/communication, FMLA and other LOA reporting, etc.
  • Promote a safe and harmonious work environment.
  • Maintain compliance with SOPs, GMPs, and all company policies.
  • Other duties as assigned or required.
Requirements:
  • Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited institution in business or related field 
  • 3-5 years of progressive experience in the area of Human Resources
  • At least 1-3 years’ experience processing payroll  
  • Ability to apply critical thinking 
  • Knowledge of general computer functions such as Microsoft Office programs, spreadsheets, etc.
  • Knowledge of effective customer service practices
  • Knowledge of HRIS systems in tracking candidates and employment transactions
  • Knowledge of various employment laws related to sourcing and employment 
  • Knowledge of payroll policies and programs and reporting requirements
  • Knowledge of benefit plans and systems and reporting requirements
  • Skill in multi-tasking
  • Skill in data entry accuracy
  • Skill to actively seek out and identify opportunities
  • Skill in effective communication both oral and written
  • Ability to be flexible in work hours 
  • Ability to provide motivational support 
  • Ability to maintain a professional, positive attitude at all times 
  • Ability to instruct/teach one on one on how to perform functions 
  • Ability to trust, develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside the organization who can provide information, assistance, and support 
  • Ability to lead by example 
  • Ability to communicate with coworkers, management team members, and other individuals in a courteous and professional manner 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment 
  • Ability to pay close attention to detail and coordinate various activities simultaneously 
  • Ability to complete assigned tasks
  • Ability to self-manage and prioritize work
  • Ability to work within a team atmosphere and create a team atmosphere.
  • Ability to identify what needs to be done and take action before being asked


Physical Components:

  • Seeing: Must be able to read reports and use computer 75-100% of time
  • Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with coworkers 75-100% of time
  • Standing/Walking/Mobility: Must be able to stand to open files and operate office equipment; mobility between departments and attend meetings of coworkers and management 0-24% of time
  • Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: Must be able to climb, stoop, or kneel to perform routine tasks within the scope of job 0-24% of time
  • Lifting up to 40 lbs./ Pulling/Pushing within the scope of job 0-24% of time
  • Touching/Grasping/Feeling: 

Must be able to write, type, and use office equipment; along with handling material and equipment 75-100% of time

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Posting ID: 1253489503 Posted: 2026-04-27 Job Title: Human Resource Generalist