Senior Human Resources Generalist
Job Description
GMH Associates seeks a Senior Human Resources Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations onsite in Newtown Square, PA across multiple locations and business entities.
Responsibilities
- Support daily HR operations across multiple locations and business entities.
- Manage employee lifecycle activities including onboarding, employee changes, transfers, promotions, and separations.
- Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HRIS data integrity.
- Advise managers and team members on company policies, procedures, and HR practices.
- Assist with developing, implementing, and improving HR processes and procedures.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.
- Handle sensitive employee and company information with strict confidentiality.
- Serve as a resource for employee relations topics, including guidance to managers and team members.
- Assist with workplace investigations, employee complaints, and conflict resolution.
- Support performance management, coaching, and progressive disciplinary procedures.
- Prepare and review employee documentation including written warnings, performance improvement plans, and separation documentation.
- Support consistent application of company policies and employment practices; escalate complex or sensitive matters to HR leadership as appropriate.
- Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain employee records, process personnel changes, and support HR operations.
- Administer and troubleshoot ADP Time and Attendance, including timecard discrepancies, schedules, missed punches, and approval workflows.
- Partner with managers to ensure timely and accurate submission and approval of employee timecards.
- Review HRIS and timekeeping data for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Generate and analyze HR and payroll reports using ADP Workforce Now.
- Support payroll preparation by reviewing employee data, pay changes, and timekeeping information.
- Partner with HR Generalist to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee information; assist with reviewing payroll discrepancies, compensation changes, and employee deductions.
- Support benefits administration including new hire enrollments, qualifying life events, open enrollment, and employee inquiries.
- Assist with leave administration including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and applicable state leave requirements.
- Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors to resolve HR, payroll, and benefits-related issues.
- Ensure employee information is accurately maintained across HR, payroll, and benefits systems.
- Maintain working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Ensure compliance with Form I-9 requirements, E-Verify procedures, and employee documentation standards.
- Support compliance with wage and hour laws, leave requirements, and employment regulations.
- Assist with maintaining and updating employee handbook policies and HR procedures.
- Support HR audits, reporting requirements, and compliance initiatives; stay informed of employment law changes and recommend updates to HR practices as needed.
- Partner with hiring managers on recruitment and staffing needs, including job postings, applicant tracking, interview coordination, and offer preparation.
- Coordinate background checks, pre-employment screening, and onboarding requirements.
- Ensure new hires complete required employment documentation within established deadlines and support a consistent onboarding experience.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred; or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum 4–5 years of progressive Human Resources experience, preferably in an HR Generalist capacity.
- Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now.
- Hands-on experience with ADP Time and Attendance.
- Strong understanding of HR operations, employee relations, payroll processes, and benefits administration.
- Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR compliance requirements.
- Experience supporting managers with employee relations, performance management, and disciplinary matters.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to work independently, exercise discretion, and maintain strict confidentiality.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.
- Experience supporting workplace investigations and employee relations matters.
- Familiarity with benefits administration, leave management, and employment compliance.
- Experience with ADP reporting, payroll audits, and HRIS process improvements.
Technologies
- ADP Workforce Now
- ADP Time and Attendance
- HRIS
- Form I-9
- E-Verify
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- FMLA
- ADA
Preferred Qualifications
- SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification.
- Experience supporting employees across multiple states and business locations.
Physical Demands
- Ability to perform prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer.
- Frequent use of a keyboard, mouse, telephone, and other standard office equipment.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through electronic communication.
- Occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, and reach.
- May occasionally lift or move office materials up to 20 pounds.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.