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Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of HR best practices, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication abilities
2-4 years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Administrator role with some exposure to accounting functions
Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Strong organizational and multitasking skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
Benefits
Growth Opportunities: We are committed to the professional development of our team members and offer opportunities for growth and advancement
Supportive Environment: Be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values each member’s contribution
Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package
Responsibilities
Reports to: VP of HR + President
In this role, you will support the human resources department by performing a variety of HR-related tasks, such as recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, and general HR administration
In addition, you will be providing backup assistance for basic accounting functions such as payroll, accounts payable, and receivable
Recruitment & Onboarding: Assist in the recruitment process by posting job ads, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, conducting background checks, and facilitating the onboarding of new hires
Employee Relations: Act as a point of contact for employee inquiries, providing guidance on policies and procedures, and helping to resolve workplace issues in alignment with company values
Benefits Administration: Assist with benefits enrollment, answer questions related to employee benefits, and work with benefit providers to resolve issues
HR Compliance: Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies
Ensure HR records are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant
Performance Management: Support the performance review process by helping managers and employees understand and complete evaluations
Assist in creating performance improvement plans if needed
Payroll Support: Assist with payroll processing by collecting employee data, tracking attendance, and managing leave balances
HR Reporting & Documentation: Prepare and maintain various HR-related reports such as headcount, turnover, and other metrics
Maintain accurate and confidential employee files and records
Training & Development: Coordinate employee training and development programs and ensure compliance with training requirements
Policy & Procedure Management: Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
Ensure all employees are aware of and understand these policies
General HR Support: Provide administrative support for various HR projects and initiatives as needed
Accounting Backup Duties:
Payroll Support: Assist with payroll processing, ensuring employee data is accurate and up-to-date
Accounts Payable & Receivable: Provide backup support for the accounting team, including processing invoices, issuing payments, and managing incoming receivables
Bank Reconciliation: Assist with monthly bank reconciliations and financial reporting as needed
Expense Reporting: Review employee expense reports and ensure proper documentation and approvals
Basic Bookkeeping: Support the accounting team in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing invoices, and processing payments
Job description
Job Title: HR Generalist/Administrator

Location: Solon, OH

Reports to: VP of HR + President

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and organized HR Generalist/Administrator to join our team. In this role, you will support the human resources department by performing a variety of HR-related tasks, such as recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, and general HR administration. In addition, you will be providing backup assistance for basic accounting functions such as payroll, accounts payable, and receivable. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of HR best practices, strong organizational skills, and excellent communication abilities.

Key Responsibilities:
• Recruitment & Onboarding: Assist in the recruitment process by posting job ads, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, conducting background checks, and facilitating the onboarding of new hires.
• Employee Relations: Act as a point of contact for employee inquiries, providing guidance on policies and procedures, and helping to resolve workplace issues in alignment with company values.
• Benefits Administration: Assist with benefits enrollment, answer questions related to employee benefits, and work with benefit providers to resolve issues.
• HR Compliance: Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies. Ensure HR records are accurate, up-to-date, and compliant.
• Performance Management: Support the performance review process by helping managers and employees understand and complete evaluations. Assist in creating performance improvement plans if needed.
• Payroll Support: Assist with payroll processing by collecting employee data, tracking attendance, and managing leave balances.
• HR Reporting & Documentation: Prepare and maintain various HR-related reports such as headcount, turnover, and other metrics. Maintain accurate and confidential employee files and records.
• Training & Development: Coordinate employee training and development programs and ensure compliance with training requirements.
• Policy & Procedure Management: Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures. Ensure all employees are aware of and understand these policies.
• General HR Support: Provide administrative support for various HR projects and initiatives as needed.

Accounting Backup Duties:
• Payroll Support: Assist with payroll processing, ensuring employee data is accurate and up-to-date.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Provide backup support for the accounting team, including processing invoices, issuing payments, and managing incoming receivables.
• Bank Reconciliation: Assist with monthly bank reconciliations and financial reporting as needed.
• Expense Reporting: Review employee expense reports and ensure proper documentation and approvals.
• Basic Bookkeeping: Support the accounting team in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing invoices, and processing payments.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred
• 2-4 years of experience in an HR Generalist or HR Administrator role with some exposure to accounting functions
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Preferred Skills:
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification is a plus
• Experience with payroll processing and accounting software is an advantage
• Experience with benefits administration
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or specialty chemicals industry is advantageous

Why Join Us?
• Growth Opportunities: We are committed to the professional development of our team members and offer opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Supportive Environment: Be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values each member’s contribution.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.

JTM Products is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.