Human Resources Generalist

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist
Department: Human Resources
Reports to: Director of Human Resources
FLSA Status: Exempt


GENERAL SUMMARY
The Human Resources Generalist reports to the Director of Human Resources. The HR Generalist at GF plays a key role in delivering exceptional HR support across the firm’s offices. This role is responsible for managing core HR functions including onboarding, offboarding, employee data management, payroll processing support, compliance reporting, employee relations, reporting, and benefits administration. The HR Generalist ensures consistency and accuracy in HR processes and contributes to a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. General duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Employee Relations & Customer Service

• Provides excellent customer service by promptly and discreetly addressing HR-related inquiries and employee relations matters.

• Reinforces and promotes the firm's culture while engaging with staff and fostering a positive, inclusive work environment.

• Participates in and/or facilitates employee relations investigations and disciplinary actions with discretion and professionalism.

• Offers policy and procedure guidance to employees and managers.

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Leads onboarding for all new employees, including new hire orientation, ensuring timely and accurate completion of payroll, benefits, and 401(k) enrollment processes.

• Responsible for ensuring new hire gifts and anniversary gifts are sent timely.

• Recommends and implements improvements to the onboarding and offboarding experiences.

• Manages the offboarding process, including conducting exit interviews and analyzing feedback to enhance employee experience.

HRIS & Data Management

• Ensures accuracy and completeness of employee data in HRIS (Paycom) and accounting systems (Deltek) for both new and existing employees.

• Maintains digital employee files and records in compliance with company policy and legal requirements.

• Processes and maintains I-9 and E-Verify documentation.

• Submits and tracks personnel action forms and payroll changes.

• Reviews draft payroll reports to ensure accuracy and resolution of errors.

Compliance & Reporting

• Assists with development and maintenance of the firm's Affirmative Action Program and EEO compliance and reporting.

• Prepares various internal and external reports, including technical, status, and federal compliance reports.

• Responds to employment verification and information requests from internal and external parties.

• Assists in reviewing and updating the employee handbook and HR policies.

Talent Acquisition & Job Management

• Supports the talent acquisition process by creating and maintaining job descriptions.

• Manages job postings on the firm’s job board and other approved platforms.

Benefits, Leaves & Administration

• Administers leave of absence processes, including documentation and communication.

• Responsible for benefit billing reconciliation and ensures accurate recordkeeping through payroll and insurance providers.

• Provides general HR administrative support, identifying and implementing process improvements.

Other

• Handles confidential information with integrity, judgment, and discretion.

• Processes incoming HR mail and directs correspondence accordingly.

• Collaborates effectively with all levels of the