HR Generalist
Hiebing is a full-service marketing agency focused on driving momentum for the brands and clients we serve. We are a curious crew who live by a We Before Me credo, knowing that teams outperform individuals and that we always have each other’s backs. We have the privilege to serve within our communities, donating thousands of hours of our time in pro-bono work for organizations making meaningful change. Camaraderie is real (as is the Beer Fairy). And together we generate great work, good karma and a pretty nice chunk of bonus money for everyone at the end of a good year. Come learn and grow with us.
Summary
The HR Generalist will help deliver core people support. This role is responsible for payroll processing, overseeing HRIS, administering all employee benefits and leaves, and enforcing company policies and practices. The person in this role must be willing to wear multiple hats and will be critical in ensuring we cultivate and nourish a culture that emphasizes quality, continuous improvement, high performance and fun.
The HR Generalist reports to the Human Resources Manager and works closely with other members of the business office team.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for payroll transactions (salaries, benefits, taxes, etc.) to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Manage payroll updates for new hires, terminations, and pay rate changes
- Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with wage laws and best practices
- Support audits by providing necessary records
- Responsible for Intern and Freelancer payroll
- Manage employee benefits data and coordinate daily benefits processing
- Ensure compliance with government regulations related to benefits
- Assist employees with benefits claim issues and plan changes
- Handle all leave-of-absence requests and related paperwork
- Responsible for 401(k) updates, distributions, new hires and terminations
- Responsible for Flex Spending inquiries and assist with open enrollment
- Maintain and manage Professional Development Fund benefit
- Responsible for reporting in relation to payroll and benefits
- Assists with hiring efforts; including posting jobs, scheduling interviews, offer letters, etc.
- Responsible for new hire orientation: including all onboarding-related paperwork and first-day activities
- Execute termination paperwork and off-boarding tasks
- Complete annual compensation summaries
- Manage and maintain Paid Time Off balances
- Handle employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to appropriate staff
- Employment verifications
- Assist with year-end reporting & filing (EEOC, W-2s, 1095-C)
- Perform other assigned duties
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Accounting, or Finance, or equivalent experience
- At least five years in HR or accounting, with experience managing payroll/benefits
- Knowledge of payroll processing software, HRIS systems, payroll tax rules, employee benefits, and related laws
- Working knowledge of Human Resource rules and regulations
- Solid attention to detail
- Strong spreadsheet and analytical skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office products is required
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including courtesy, cooperativeness, and professionalism
- Effective communicator internally and externally
- Self-motivated, proactive and curious
- Can-do attitude and willingness to assist team members
- This position is a hybrid position. You must be able to be on-site Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday weekly, with Thursday and Friday being optional work on-site or work from home days
- Ability to work in the United States now and in the future without requiring sponsorship