Japanese Manufacture company in Austin, TX seeks a Japanese/English Bilingual Human Resources Generalist.

JOB TITLE: Japanese/English Bilingual Human Resources Generalist


The human resource generalist is responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and works closely with the President and the HR team at the holding company.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

●Perform a variety of payroll duties necessary for processing semi-monthly payrolls for multiple states, including entering required data to update employee time and attendance information. Transmit data to an outside processing agency; Review and verify the accuracy of returned payroll reports. Generate various payroll reports. Currently, we are using Trinet but plan to transition to ADP Vantage soon.
●Primary employee benefits administrator for medical, dental, COBRA, workers’ compensation, disability FMLA, & life insurance, and 401(k) plans; maintains a strong knowledge of all plans and performs all compliance-related recordkeeping functions and reconciliation of monthly invoices.
Maximize use of HR systems and maintain confidential and employment related data; develop data reports and metrics on various HR issues. Coordinate and update HR postings for all employees.
●Assist the Manager in developing communications, education, and information strategies that maximize employee understanding of HR policies, programs, services, and culture and act as a catalyst for continuous improvement. Responding to and resolving employee relations issues and concerns as needed.
●Respond to employee questions and/or concerns involving the group HR department(s). Provide information in an accurate and timely manner. Refer the more complex and/or sensitive situations to the Manager for resolution.
●Manage the implementation and development of the in-house employee training system that addresses the company's training needs, including wellness, health and safety, and diversity & inclusion.
●Staffing and recruiting including the development of a pool of diverse, qualified candidates for exempt and non-exempt positions, conduct interviews, reference checks and background screenings. Coordinate requests and tracking to make sure staffing needs are met in a timely manner.
●Manage the complete new hire onboarding and off-boarding orientation process for employees. Explain policies, procedures and benefits and coordinate processes with Managers and follow up for post hire evaluations. Coordinate and input training data into files and systems. Track and follow up for missing information.
●Ensure compliance with federal and state laws related to employment in all areas of HR.
●Assist and/or administer a variety of support duties, including backing up other department members; office clerical duties, responding to HR issues; audits, generating monthly and ad-hoc reports as required; arrangements for various company events and functions; verify employment inquiries according to established policy and coordination of wellness activities; etc.

Qualifications ：
●Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or equivalent field of study
●Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible working experience in a Human Resources Generalist function.
● experience in processing multi-state payroll.
●Ability to communicate (speak, read, and write) in Japanese at a business level.
●Ability to work in a multicultural environment; Familiarity with Japanese corporate culture.
●Strong knowledge of human resources practices, policies, and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
●High competency with payroll/HR systems software, database management, and other record-keeping systems and excellent computer skills in Microsoft environment (Microsoft Office Suite – Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access).
●High level of energy, self-motivation, and proactive, who can work both independently and collaboratively, and thrives in a fast-paced and diverse environment.
●High degree of customer service orientation, confidentiality, and professionalism.
●Continuous Improvement mindset with an aptitude for problem-solving and deadline management.
●Ability to interact with team members and leadership from all levels of the organization.
●Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, multi-tasking and prioritizing skills
●Hands-on with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
●Experience with ADP Vantage is a plus.
●SHRM-CP certification a plus.

Benefit: Medical/Dental/Vision/PTO/Sick Days/Retirement Plans/ Life Insurance Etc.
Saraly : $55K-70K DOE
*Compensation may vary depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, competencies and location. Base pay is one part of the total compensation and benefits package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives.