Human Resources Generalist and Payroll Specialist

Human Resources Generalist & Payroll Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Generalist & Payroll Specialist to join our Diamond Buick GMC dealership team in Alexandria, Minnesota.

Position Summary:
The Human Resources Generalist & Payroll Specialist is responsible for providing comprehensive HR support while managing all aspects of payroll administration. This role serves as a primary point of contact for employees and managers, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a positive employee experience. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable managing both routine and complex HR tasks.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources

• Serve as the first point of contact for HR inquiries, providing guidance on policies, procedures, and programs.
• Support full-cycle recruitment, including job postings, applicant screening, interviewing coordination, and on-boarding.
• Facilitate new-hire orientation and ensure timely completion of all on-boarding documents.
• Maintain employee files, HRIS data integrity, and confidential records in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Assist in the administration of benefits, including enrollments, changes, open enrollment, and employee communications.
• Support employee relations by helping address concerns, conducting fact-finding, and escalating issues as appropriate.
• Assist in performance management processes, including review cycles, goal tracking, and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with HR-related federal, state, and local laws (FMLA, ADA, Wage & Hour, paid leave laws, etc.).
• Process Workman Compensation claims and manage questions and OSHA reports.
• Coordinate training sessions, compliance initiatives, and employee engagement activities.
• Support policy development, updates, and implementation.

Payroll

• Process semi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule for all employees.
• Verify time sheets, hours worked, PTO usage, and other payroll inputs.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure proper documentation for audits and compliance checks.
• Review and audit payroll reports to ensure accuracy in wages, taxes, deductions, and employer contributions.
• Assist with year-end payroll processes, including W-2 preparation and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and tax regulations.
• Coordinate with finance/accounting on payroll-related reporting, GL coding, and reconciliations.
• Manage payroll changes such as pay rate adjustments, status changes, garnishments, and benefits deductions.

Qualifications & Benefits

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 3-5 years of HR Generalist or HR Coordinator experience; payroll experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of HR laws, payroll regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• 32-40 hours a week.
• $25.00 to $30.00 per hour based on qualifications.
• This is not a remote position.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Comprehensive benefit plans, medical, dental, vision, life and 401k