Human Resources Generalist

Sunspear Energy is looking for a Human Resources Analyst who can bring strength in HR operations, payroll administration, and regulatory compliance. As an HR Analyst, you will play a crucial role in managing day‑to‑day human resources functions, ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies, and supporting the organization’s workforce needs. The ideal candidate should be technically savvy, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working with third‑party vendors and HR systems while thriving both independently and as part of a team.

Human Resources Analyst

CFO/Controller

Exempt / Salary

Full‑Time

Medical, dental, and more.

• Process weekly payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain payroll records including wages, deductions, garnishments, and tax with holdings.
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including Hawaii-specific requirements.
• Maintain and update employee handbook, HR policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Prepare and file required regulatory reports, including OSHA logs, and state‑mandated filings.
• Conduct internal audits of HR processes and records to ensure accuracy and legal compliance.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for external benefits providers, payroll vendors, and insurance carriers.
• Coordinate open enrollment, benefits changes, and employee inquiries related to medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans.
• Manage relationships with staffing agencies, background check providers, and other HR service partners.
• Negotiate service agreements, monitor vendor performance, and ensure third‑party providers deliver quality and value.

• Administer and maintain the company’s HRIS and related technology platforms, ensuring data integrity and security.
• Generate HR reports and analytics to support leadership decision‑making, including headcount, turnover, and compensation data.
• Evaluate and recommend new HR software, platforms, and technology solutions to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Research and vet new software platforms and third‑party service providers; lead demos, coordinate trials, and make implementation recommendations to leadership.
• Proficiently leverage Microsoft Excel and other tools for data analysis, reporting, and dashboards.

• Manage the employee onboarding process, including offer letters, new hire paperwork, orientation scheduling, I‑9 verification, system access setup, and first‑week coordination with department managers.
• Coordinate offboarding processes including exit interviews, final pay coordination, and benefits termination.
• Act as a resource for employee questions regarding policies, benefits, leave, and workplace concerns.
• Assist with performance review cycles, disciplinary documentation, and employee development initiatives.

• Work closely with department managers to identify staffing needs, support recruitment efforts, and coordinate hiring activities.
• Manage company job postings on company and third‑party websites.
• Partner with finance and accounting teams to align payroll, benefits, and compensation data.
• Collaborate with leadership on workforce planning, organizational development, and company culture initiatives.

• Continuously identify areas for optimization within HR workflows, policies, and systems to reduce manual effort and improve the employee experience.
• Stay current on HR industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies; propose innovative solutions to leadership.
• Develop and document standardized HR processes and templates to support scalability as the company grows.

• Maintain organized and up‑to‑date employee personnel files, both digital and physical, in compliance with retention policies and legal requirements.
• Establish and maintain a logical filing and organizational system for HR documents, contracts, certifications, and compliance…