MRA - The Management Association
HR generalist / Payroll Specialist
MRA - The Management Association, Sturtevant, Wisconsin, United States, 53177
HR generalist / Payroll Specialist
Poclain Hydraulics Inc
Sturtevant, WI
About the role
If payroll accuracy, clean audits, and zero-drama compliance are your thing-and you can switch from W-2s to interview schedules without dropping a beat-this role is built for you. You'll own day-to-day payroll operations, support end-to-end recruiting, and be a go-to resource for employees and managers.
What you'll do
Payroll Administration
Run weekly and bi-monthly payroll in Paycor (or similar HRIS) with precision-employee records, deductions, taxes, filings.
Prepare payroll reports (quarterly, year-end, W-2s, ACA) and handle reconciliations/audits.
Track legislative updates and partner with vendors (benefits, 401(k), etc.).
Recruiting & Onboarding Partner with hiring managers on full-cycle recruitment: postings, screening, interviews, offers.
Support employer branding/sourcing; facilitate new hire orientation, I-9s, and file setup.
HR Admin & Employee Support Be first line for questions on payroll, benefits, policies, and HR processes.
Administer benefit changes/enrollment; maintain accurate, confidential records.
Projects & Compliance Lead/support FMLA/leave management, system rollouts, policy updates, and process improvements.
Coordinate compliance audits/reporting and liaise with staffing agencies.
What you'll bring
Bachelor's in HR/Accounting or equivalent experience (preferred).
3-5 years
HR + payroll experience; Paycor/Paycom or similar strongly preferred.
Strong grasp of payroll, wage & hour, and HR compliance.
Recruiting/onboarding experience (manufacturing or corporate environment).
Organized, detail-obsessed, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Certifications (SHRM-CP/PHR or FPC/CPP) a plus.
Microsoft Office proficiency; advanced Excel preferred.
Why you'll love it
Visible impact across the site and leadership exposure.
Variety: from audits to offers to leave management-no rinse-and-repeat weeks.
Competitive, comprehensive compensation & benefits.
Prepare payroll reports (quarterly, year-end, W-2s, ACA) and handle reconciliations/audits.
Track legislative updates and partner with vendors (benefits, 401(k), etc.).
Recruiting & Onboarding Partner with hiring managers on full-cycle recruitment: postings, screening, interviews, offers.
Support employer branding/sourcing; facilitate new hire orientation, I-9s, and file setup.
HR Admin & Employee Support Be first line for questions on payroll, benefits, policies, and HR processes.
Administer benefit changes/enrollment; maintain accurate, confidential records.
Projects & Compliance Lead/support FMLA/leave management, system rollouts, policy updates, and process improvements.
Coordinate compliance audits/reporting and liaise with staffing agencies.
What you'll bring
Bachelor's in HR/Accounting or equivalent experience (preferred).
3-5 years
HR + payroll experience; Paycor/Paycom or similar strongly preferred.
Strong grasp of payroll, wage & hour, and HR compliance.
Recruiting/onboarding experience (manufacturing or corporate environment).
Organized, detail-obsessed, and able to juggle multiple priorities.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Certifications (SHRM-CP/PHR or FPC/CPP) a plus.
Microsoft Office proficiency; advanced Excel preferred.
Why you'll love it
Visible impact across the site and leadership exposure.
Variety: from audits to offers to leave management-no rinse-and-repeat weeks.
Competitive, comprehensive compensation & benefits.