Human Resource Specialist/Payroll Clerk Generalist

Frontier Toyota is seeking a dual role professional to fill the position of Human Resource Specialist/Payroll Clerk Generalist in Valencia, California 91355.

Job Summary: This is a split role combining daily HR operations with payroll processing. The Human Resource Generalist duties cover records management, recruitment, interviewing, training initiation, handling pay, benefits, and leave administration, while enforcing company policies and practices. The Payroll Clerk Generalist component manages payroll processing, payroll taxes, and the maintenance of payroll and benefits records and related processes.

Human Resource Specialist

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments, including safety training, anti-harassment training, professional licensure, and aptitude exams and certifications.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates hiring for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand the skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or oversees background checks, employee eligibility verifications, and other hiring processes; maintains the Employment Database.
• Implements new hire orientation and employee recognition programs.
• Performs routine HR tasks to administer and execute programs including compensation, benefits, and leave; handles disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; and training and development.
• Responds to employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations as directed.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance; processes garnishments.
• Keeps up to date with trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.
• Manages the ADP Workforce Payroll System and Wages.
• Ability to work overtime, as may be necessary for business operations.
• Pursues additional duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution abilities.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
• Integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality in all dealings.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s HRIS and talent management systems.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• At least four years of Human Resource management experience required.
• At least two years of payroll processing experience required.
• SHRM-CP a plus.
• ADP Workforce a plus.

Payroll Clerk Generalist

• Essential Duties: Compile payroll data such as hours worked, sales volume, bonuses and commissions, tax withholdings, and employee contributions to insurance and retirement plans from timesheets and other records.
• Update master payroll records by verifying and recording changes affecting net wages such as federal and state tax exemptions, insurance coverage, and data concerning compensation increases, promotions, and transfers between departments.
• Compute wages and deductions, verify accuracy, and post to payroll records; prepare and issue paychecks; maintain records of leave pay and nontaxable wages; prepare periodic reports of earnings, taxes, and deductions.
• Manage all HR related functions including hiring, investigations, separations, training, and documentation.
• Prepare and file all hiring and termination paperwork, including COBRA letters.
• Maintain employment database and records for vacation and sick-day eligibility.
• Process all employee insurance forms and insurance payments in coordination with the office manager.
• Understand employee payroll issues and communicate solutions effectively, professionally, and respectfully.
• Maintain a professional appearance and a neat work area.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; three years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of four years related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend simple English instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Ability to read and interpret English documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak English effectively before groups of customers or employees. Ability to develop and lead trainings and meetings. Ability to correspond with Department Managers. Bi-lingual a plus.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations and work with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; calculate rates, ratios, and percentages; interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to calculate figures such as discounts, interest, commissions, and proportions. Ability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts. Ability to develop and manipulate spreadsheets.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions. Ability to solve practical problems in standardized situations.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form; ability to handle several concrete variables in standardized situations; ability to process government documents.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged sitting and standing.
• Prolonged operation of computer, telephone, accounting equipment, and databases.