Human Resources Manager

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INTRODUCTION
Conergy is a leading PV Solution and Service Provider and offers its customers tailor made high-performance packages, including all relevant solar services – be it for private or commercial roofs or for multi-megawatt installations. Conergy has more than 15 years of experience in the planning, construction and operation of turnkey photovoltaic plants totaling over 600 megawatts. With an unrivalled sales network on five continents and subsidiaries in 11 countries, Conergy has a unique global footprint.
POSITION SUMMARY
The primary role of the Human Resources Manager is to serve as a business partner to Conergy at all levels of the organization. This position is responsible for developing policies as well as coordinating human resources activities, such as employment, compensation, employee relations, benefits, training, compliance, etc. in US and Canada as well as other countries, as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
HR Management:
55%
Advises management on appropriate resolution of employee relations issues.
Analyzes wage, salary reports and data to determine competitive compensation plan.
Prepares personnel forecast to project employment needs and analyzes personnel expense variances.
Creates and modifies job descriptions within all departments.
Manages the employee performance evaluation process and merit program.
Develops and administers all HR policies, programs and procedures.
Provides guidance and partners with management on talent acquisition.
Ensures compliance with all federal, state and provincial employee training requirements.
Stays abreast of labor law, wage and hour requirements and alerts managers of potential issues.
Identifies legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting are in compliance (EEOC, OSHA 300 Log, etc.).
Coordinates on-boarding process, conducts background investigations, creates offer letters and administers new hire orientations.
Prepares and maintains employee personnel, benefit and payroll files.
Creates new employee records and update information in the Company’s HRIS.
Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation.
Conducts exit interviews and identifies trends behind separations.
Oversees electronic time reporting and PTO accrual system.
Payroll: 35%
Processes and reviews bi-weekly payroll, validating data for accuracy and for compliance with federal and state/provincial tax and labor laws in US and Canada.
Performs account reconciliations, journal entries and support schedules.
Prepares accruals and close of payroll.
Completes prevailing wage reports for government construction projects.
Processes all manual check requests.
Benefits
: 10%
Designs benefits plans and manages open enrollment process.
Audits monthly benefit carrier invoices and code in IQ.
Manages the completion of the annual 401k and Worker’s Compensation audit.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Works with all levels of the organization as well as with outside vendors and agencies. Directly supervises 0-1 employee.
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
WORK EXPERIENCE:
1-3 years of HR Management & payroll experience required.
Prevailing wage experience preferred.
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma (GED) required
A degree in Human Resources preferred.
PHR/SPHR preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Displays a strong, positive professional attitude with solid interpersonal communication skills, time management, organizational, & customer service skills.
Successfully manages difficult or emotional employee situations.
Possesses a strong business acumen and is able to align work with strategic goals.
Takes responsibility for all HR/Payroll activities.
Speaks clearly and persuasively in all situations.
Completes tasks, makes decisions and sets appropriate deadlines with little to no supervision.
Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner.
Approaches others in a tactful manner, treats people with respect and reacts well under pressure.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Powerpoint & Visio, as well as standard office equipment.
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee is required to successfully perform the physical demands listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is frequently required to:
Sit
Use hands and fingers
Handle or feel
Talk or hear
Lift and /or move up to 15 pounds
The employee is regularly required to:
Reach with hands and arms
Stand
Walk
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is occasionally:
Exposed to moderate noise level in the work environment.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
The HR department is a one-person department so the HR Manager must have a diverse HR background and feel comfortable performing all duties within the HR department, from data entry, employee file maintenance, benefits, payroll, employee relations, etc. to higher level strategic initiatives and partnering with the executive management team. The HR Manager must have the ability self- manage themself and feel comfortable making HR decisions independently. There will be no one within the organization who can provide guidance to on their day to day activities. The HR Manager will be deemed as the subject matter expert and be relied upon to make decisions independently. This is a busy role with multiple and growing responsibilities. The person who fills this role must be able to juggle multiple priorities and have the ability to prioritize his/her work independently.
The selected candidate will be required to travel to Denver, CO. for 4-6 weeks to train with the current HR Manager. Once training is completed, the incumbent will return to Miami, FL and take over all HR responsibilities for the Company.
Please include a cover letter and salary requirements with your resume.
This position description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant.

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