Job Overview: The HR Generalist at Cortavo supports the full employee lifecycle with a focus on employee relations, compliance, payroll administration, and benefits. This is a high-impact, visible role that contributes directly to company culture, operational efficiency, and team morale. The ideal candidate is organized, people-focused, and thrives in a fast-paced, small-business environment where every action contributes to the success of the team.
Key Responsibilities:
Employee Relations & Engagement
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions and workplace concerns
Regularly post in #cortavo_team Slack channel to improve communication and build engagement across teams
Celebrate employee achievements, team wins, quota milestones, and anniversaries in alignment with Cortavo’s mission and core values
Support conflict resolution efforts and maintain a fair, consistent approach to employee matters
Participate in monthly manager meetings and present HR updates at quarterly company-wide Town Halls
Administer and track performance review cycles and team goal alignment
Ensure compliance with employment laws, internal policies, and recordkeeping standards
Maintain accurate employee files, handbooks, and HR documentation
Track and report key HR metrics (e.g., PTO usage, turnover, engagement)
Manage employee benefits enrollments, terminations, and open enrollment communications
Respond to benefits questions and assist with resolution of claims or issues
Administer PTO and leave of absence policies and ensure appropriate tracking
Coordinate with payroll to ensure benefit deductions are accurate and up to date
Compile and submit semi-monthly payroll data, including commissions, bonuses, reimbursements, and adjustments
Ensure all employee compensation updates are accurate and submitted on time
Maintain and reconcile commission tracking sheets for all sales personnel, coordinating approvals with managers
Liaise with payroll provider to ensure accurate and timely processing
Coordinate and track compliance-related training (e.g., cybersecurity, harassment prevention)
Assist leadership in identifying training opportunities across teams
Improve onboarding experiences through policy walkthroughs, HR orientation, and internal training documentation (excludes recruiting)
Qualifications:
2–5 years of HR and payroll experience, ideally in a small business or entrepreneurial setting
Familiarity with payroll processing, benefits administration, and HR best practices
Experience managing PEO relationships (e.g. TriNet) as well as HRIS and payroll tools (e.g. Rippling, ADP)
Strong communication, attention to detail, and discretion handling sensitive information
Comfortable presenting to company-wide audiences and engaging across teams
Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred
Why Join Cortavo?
Work directly with the CEO and leadership team in a high-visibility HR role
Play a key role in shaping and sustaining a healthy, mission-driven company culture
Contribute to strategic people initiatives while gaining cross-functional business exposure
Join a collaborative, fun, and supportive team committed to customer and employee success
Flexible hybrid environment with room to grow in responsibility and scope
Work Environment:
Competitive salary with employer-contributed health benefits
Unlimited paid time off (PTO) for work-life balance
Sandy Springs, GA office location in a Class A building, with remote/hybrid work available
Company cell phone plan
A dynamic, high-energy team that thrives on collaboration and continuous improvement
Fast-paced yet supportive environment with growth opportunities
Regular team celebrations recognizing individual and company-wide achievements throughout the year