Human Resource Generalist - Payroll/Benefits Coordinator

Human Resource Generalist – Payroll/Benefits Coordinator

Progressive Tractor and Implement Co., L.L.C., the largest Case IH Agriculture Equipment Dealer in the Southern U.S., has an open position for a Human Resource Generalist to provide support in the daily operations of the Human Resource Department at their Corporate Headquarter in Opelousas, LA. This position will report directly to the Human Resource Manager and will assist in all aspects of the company’s Human Resources processes with a concentration of duties in payroll and benefits.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promotes the organization’s philosophy and values and encourages teamwork by coaching and providing support in the department and throughout the organization.
• Administers various HR plans, procedures, and policies for all company personnel.
• Point of contact for management and employees on matters relating to HR policies and procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality and compliance with legal employment filing standards of all personnel records and related documentation.
• Maintains paperwork and records related to FMLA to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable Federal laws.
• Conducts presentations covering all facets of benefit information or other relevant programs both virtually and in person.
• Tracks benefit eligibility time periods and follow-up with employee enrollment.
• Reconcile benefit accounts.
• Assist with Open Enrollment (annually in 3rd Quarter) implementation in payroll system.
• Responds to employee questions and issues on payroll and benefits.
• Job postings and reviewing/pre-screening of applications.
• Create and submit offer letters to hiring manager.
• Onboarding
• Terminations
• Preparation of weekly (hourly) and bi-weekly (salary) payroll.
• Payroll reports
• All other duties as assigned by the HR Manager.
• Employment Law compliance

Expectations:

• Performs detailed quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Always presents a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Interacts professionally with other employees and customers.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor about departments or business issues.
• Have general knowledge of labor laws.

Job Type:

• Full-time

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift M-F

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company matching.
• Health insurance with company paid incentives.
• Ancillary insurance available.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid company holidays.

Required Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Outlook programs required.
• Knowledge of HRIS System (Paycom) a plus.
• General accounting/data entry knowledge required.
• Bachelor of Science in Human Resources or Business Administration Degree (Preferred).
• A PHR or SHRM-CP certification a plus.
• Human Resources/Benefits experience: 5+ years (Preferred).

Working Conditions:

• Will work in an office environment.
• May be required to lift, push, or pull up to 20 pounds.
• Travel occasionally.