HR Generalist Jobs in Tennessee

HR Generalist (Benefits/Payroll)

Department: Human Resources

FLSA: Exempt

Position Overview

The HR Generalist (Benefits/Payroll) administers payroll and benefits for the employees of NGP. These responsibilities include executing and validating weekly gross to net pay calculations, ensuring the timely and accurate distribution of pay and deductions, in addition to administering the benefit programs to include enrollment, claims resolution, change reporting, and approving invoices for payment. This position will also assist with HR special projects, employee relations and talent acquisition efforts: post job openings, phone screenings, new hire orientation and onboarding.

Job Responsibilities:

• Process, review, and balance weekly payroll in UKG Ready. Ensure payroll transactions are processed correctly for time, earnings, benefits, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and other items that affect pay &/or company liability.
• Responsible for compensation/payroll administration, reconciliations to General Ledger and other accounts.
• Respond to payroll inquiries from employees.
• Administer benefits programs, consult with and advise employees on eligibility for all insurance and 401(k).
• Develop census data and provide census to broker. Develop company cost information for new plans and makes recommendations to HR leadership.
• Work with HR leadership and benefits broker to secure benefits and maintain cost-effective use of the benefits.
• Coordinate yearly Open Enrollment Meetings with employees & broker. Arrange for distribution of materials from carriers and process changes with deadlines.
• Conduct new employee orientation.
• Work as a liaison with insurance carriers/broker and employees to resolve issues.
• Calculate employee payroll insurance deductions based on enrollment paperwork & notify the payroll company of those changes.
• Review and analyze changes to state and federal laws pertaining to benefits and reports necessary or suggested changes to the VP of Human Resources.
• Assist with recruitment efforts, job descriptions, placement advertisement for internal and external use, background and reference checks and investigations, social media recruiting, and interview scheduling and follow-up process.
• Administer employment paperwork, I-9, W-2, and logs pertaining to applicant flow

NATIONAL GUARD PRODUCTS, INC.

HR Generalist (Benefits/Payroll)

• Updates employee change request, assist and prepares correspondence to outside request:
• employment verifications, child support, unemployment, workers compensation, etc.
• Handle confidential information with sensitivity and discretion
• Performs all other duties as required and assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to maintain 100% CONFIDENTIALITY and professionalism with payroll and personnel information – zero tolerance on divulging confidential information
• Bachelor’s degree in business or Human Resources preferred
• 2 + years of experience in HR or benefits environment
• 5 years of experience processing payroll &/or benefits administration in UKG, including LOA
• Thorough knowledge of gross to net payroll and General Accounting Principles
• Working knowledge of wage and hour requirements and taxation requirements
• Extremely organized and detailed oriented with the ability to manage projects
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and manage deadlines
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail required
• Highly proficient with computers and technology
• Technological skill sets to include use of UKG, Microsoft Suite and other software as required
• Internet savvy with the ability to navigate and manage employee benefits changes on multiple carrier websites
• Manufacturing experience is a plus
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use hands to fingers, reach, climb stairs, walk, sit for long periods of time, talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities occasionally, as needed.

NATIONAL GUARD PRODUCTS, INC.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience running payroll in UKG?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Payroll: 3 years (Preferred)
• Benefits Adminstration: 2 years (Preferred)
• HR Generalist: 2 years (Preferred)
• 401k/Retirement: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person