Human Resources Specialist

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential. A growing professional services firm is seeking an experienced Human Resources Specialist to support the full employee lifecycle in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys partnering with employees, improving processes, and making a meaningful impact across the organization. Overview The Human Resources Specialist will serve as a key resource for employees and managers, supporting benefits administration, employee relations, onboarding, compliance, and HR operations. This role works closely with recruiting, payroll, finance, and leadership to deliver a positive employee experience and ensure efficient HR processes. Key Responsibilities Administer employee benefits and coordinate with third-party vendorsManage leave of absence programs, accommodations, and related documentationCoordinate new hire onboarding and orientation programsInterpret and communicate HR policies and proceduresRespond to employee HR inquiries with professionalism and confidentialityManage offboarding processes, including documentation and system updatesSupport recruiting efforts through interview coordination and candidate communicationMaintain accurate employee records and HR documentationEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local employment lawsAssist with performance review cycles and HR projects focused on process improvement Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience4+ years of HR experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment supporting multiple officesPHR or SHRM-CP certification preferredExperience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office (ADP experience preferred)Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy Why Join? Opportunity to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment with room for professional growthHybrid work scheduleComprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), profit sharing, HSA/FSA, life insurance, disability coverage, and pet insurance $75,000 - $90,000 a year #GHJSS We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.