Human Resources Manager

The Human Resources Manager provides leadership and oversight for key human resources functions, including benefits administration, payroll, employee relations, compliance, and talent management. This position is responsible for administering company benefit and payroll programs; developing, implementing, and continuously improving HR policies, programs, and initiatives; and ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies.

The Human Resources Manager serves as a trusted advisor to leaders across the organization, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, leave administration, and workplace practices. The position also analyzes and communicates HR metrics and trends, supports strategic workforce initiatives, and partners with leadership to foster a positive, compliant, and high‑performing work environment that reflects the values of Wallis Companies.

• Ensure accurate data is entered into HRIS to ensure prompt, accurate reporting and responses to inquiries
• Manage implementation of new HRIS system while driving employee adoption of new technology
• Answer questions regarding human resources programs, offerings, policies, and procedures
• Assist in development and implementation of various strategic HR and benefit programs and policies focused on best practice and continuous improvement
• Support employees and act as a manager resource regarding questions concerning employee issues, human resources programs, offerings, policies, compliance, regulations and procedures
• Investigate all work-related and property damage accidents involving direct reports, identifying conditions responsible and corrective action needed; investigate and resolve any situations that arise regarding employment issues, including but not limited to sexual harassment, discrimination, wrongful discharge, etc.
• Ensure company payroll functions are being completed timely, accurately and in accordance with applicable company policies to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
• Ensure accurate quarter end and year end payroll tax filings as well as quarterly system tax updates
• Conduct quarterly audits to ensure payroll balances with respect to child support, garnishments, retirement funds, etc.
• Calculate annual and monthly bonus payments and ensure accurate and timely payout based on established schedule including maintenance of tracked metrics
• Administer worker’s compensation claims and FMLA including accurate and timely filing; facilitating communication; track appointments, and document appropriately
• Maintain metrics related to areas of responsibility, including but not limited to payroll and benefits
• Ensure compliance with all ERISA, IRS and other regulations related to benefits and payroll
• Coordinate, manage and oversee the company’s performance management process, communicate increases and ensure accurate entry of raises
• Assist with development of plan for company’s wellness initiatives and ensure initiatives are executed
• Process all initial unemployment protests, coordinate appeals and maintain records of unemployment activity
• Maintain regular attendance and follow designated safety practices
• Consult with leaders and stakeholders on how to attract and hire quality talent, working with other human resources practitioners to develop seamless process improvements to ensure optimal candidate and hiring manager experience
• Perform other duties not listed as required

• Keep the Director of People Services informed about any customer concerns or problems
• Communicate effectively Human Resource/Payroll related practices, policies, and procedures to the organization
• Communicate in a professional, effective and appropriate manner with internal and external customers
• Develop and implement effective communication and education plans related to assigned areas of responsibility, including but not limited to wellness, compensation, worker’s compensation, etc.
• Maintain designated portions of Human Resources website
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, employees, claims adjusters, medical providers, and others involved in the worker’s compensation claims process

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