HR & Payroll Generalist
$62,400–$83,200 year
On-siteSeattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Run bi-weekly full-cycle payrolls in Paycom HRIS, including audit reports, reconciliations, and tax withholding calculations, while reviewing timecards and resolving employee inquiries. Maintain accurate payroll records, partner with Accounting to reconcile accounts in Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, and prepare reports for leadership. Serve as the primary point of contact for medical, dental, vision, HSA, EAP, and 401(k) plans, managing enrollments, changes, and claims while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Support employee relations by addressing issues, participating in monthly Safety Committee meetings, and conducting safety investigations. Draft job posts, conduct phone screenings, and maintain physical and electronic employee files. Ensure timely compliance with employment laws and assist managers with performance improvement plans. This role supports King Electric's manufacturing plant with a focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications
- At least 2 years' experience doing full cycle payroll processing for 100+ employees using a modern HRIS
- Direct experience running payroll through Paycom
- At least 1 year of experience in benefits administration, safety and workers' comp, or a similar process-focused HR function
- Patience and a desire to help employees navigate their work life
- Good interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills with the ability to communicate clearly and build trust across all levels of the company
- Data accuracy, organizational skills, and follow-through for smooth payroll runs
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Understanding of and ability to apply local, state, and federal tax regulations including garnishments and other deductions
- Understanding of and ability to apply benefit regulations such as COBRA, ACA, and ERISA
- 100% on-site
- 7:00am-3:30pm
- Monday-Friday
- South Seattle
- Be on-time for every scheduled shift
- reliable attendance
- King Electrical Manufacturing is a drug-free workplace
- use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires
Desired Qualifications
- Formal education, training, or certifications in Accounting, Finance, or HR
- Experience working with manufacturing or warehouse teams
- Prior experience using Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains or similar software
- Intermediate Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUPS
- Experience coaching and influencing without authority
- Ability to explain programs such as FMLA, PFML, and ADA to employees and managers
- Fluency in a second language, especially Spanish, Vietnamese, or Cambodian
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