Senior Human Resources Generalist

Position Summary

The Senior Human Resources Generalist plays a key role in supporting day-to-day human resources operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a positive employee experience. This position is responsible for payroll processing, benefits administration, HRIS management, reporting, and serving as a primary point of contact for employee and manager inquiries. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple HR functions with a strong understanding of compliance and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Process bi-weekly payroll using UKG, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Administer monthly bonus payouts, including validation and proper taxation
• Manage employee garnishments, deductions, and related data entry
• Audit payroll data regularly to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements
• Partner with Finance to resolve discrepancies and ensure proper reporting

Benefits Administration

• Coordinate and process monthly benefits enrollments, changes, and terminations with carriers
• Ensure accurate integration of benefits data into payroll systems
• Serve as a point of contact for employee benefits inquiries
• Assist with open enrollment and benefits communications
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with applicable regulations

HRIS Administration

• Maintain and update employee data within HRIS (UKG), including hires, changes, and terminations
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all HR systems
• Generate and analyze HRIS data as needed for reporting and audits
• Support system improvements, implementations, and process enhancements

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and deliver monthly and quarterly internal HR reports
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of required state and federal reporting
• Maintain compliance with all applicable labor laws and reporting requirements
• Support audits and provide documentation as needed

Employee Relations & HR Support

• Serve as the first point of contact for employee and manager inquiries
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices
• Administer and support the company’s corrective action and disciplinary processes
• Escalate complex employee relations issues as appropriate
• Promote a positive and compliant workplace environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, including payroll and benefits administration
• Hands-on experience with UKG (or similar HRIS/payroll systems) strongly preferred
• HR certification preferred
• Strong knowledge of payroll practices, employment laws, and HR compliance
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills