HR Generalist and Bookkeeper - Old Saybrook, United States - Tenth Avenue Holdings

Description

Overview

Tenth Avenue Holdings is a collection of consumer-driven businesses and brands, leveraging a proprietary digital marketing platform, common distribution channels, and shared innovative practices and ideas in the e-commerce space.

We are seeking a talented and versatile HR Generalist and Bookkeeper to join our team.

The HR Generalist & Bookkeeper will play a key role in providing comprehensive HR support and services to multiple subsidiaries within our organization, ensuring that employees' needs are met while aligning with company goals and policies.

They will also assist the CFO in basic accounting responsibilities.

This position offers a unique opportunity to be involved in various aspects of HR including safety compliance, talent acquisition, recruiting, payroll, employee relations, performance management, benefits administration and onboarding.

You will report to the Chief Financial Officer at Tenth Avenue Holdings


What You'll Do

Payroll Processing:

• Process payroll biweekly for hourly and salaried employees
• Manage time cards

Talent Acquisition:

• Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and create job descriptions.
• Conduct background checks and verify employment references.
• Manage the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth and positive experience.

Accounting Responsibilities

• Document all financial transactions, including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments in accounting software
• Manage accounts payable by tracking invoices, verifying expenses, and making payments to suppliers and vendors
• Generate financial reports such as balance sheets, income statements, and cashflow statements to provide insight into company's financial health
• Communicate financial information effectively with stakeholders

Employee Relations:

• Act as a point of contact for employees on HRrelated matters and address inquiries. Mediate and resolve minor conflicts and issues among employees, promoting a harmonious work environment. Major issues will be handled by the HR director.
• Counsel and provide guidance to employees on company policies, procedures, and benefits.

Performance Management:

• Collaborate in the development and implementation of employee development plans. Support managers in addressing performance concerns and implementing performance improvement plans.

Benefits Administration:

• Assist in the management of the administration of employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and leave policies.
• Collaborate with benefits providers to resolve issues and ensure accurate and timely processing.

Safety and Compliance:

• Understand OSHA guidelines fluently and assist in implementing safety policy and procedures specifically within the manufacturing industry

Employee Engagement and Wellness:

• Support initiatives to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention.

Training and Development:

• Identify training needs and assist in the design and delivery of HRrelated training programs.
• Encourage employee development and continuous learning.

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 35+ years proven experience as an HR Generalist or similar HR role
• HR Professional with specific experience in Manufacturing or related industry
• Knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and regulations, including safety for a production environment
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Detailoriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficient in HRIS and other HRrelated software.
• Demonstrated problemsolving and decisionmaking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Preferred/Big Plus

• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR).
• Accounting Certificate
• Experience in diverse recruitment and talent acquisition strategies.
• Familiarity with performance management systems.
• Previous experience in employee engagement initiatives. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances


Pay:
$65,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k)

matching

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

Payroll Processing: 3 years (required)


Ability to Commute:

• Old Saybrook, CT required)

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Old Saybrook, CT 06475