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 vendors
• Manage leave of absence programs, accommodations, and related documentation
• Coordinate new hire onboarding and orientation programs
• Interpret and communicate HR policies and procedures
• Respond to employee HR inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality
• Manage offboarding processes, including documentation and system updates
• Support recruiting efforts through interview coordination and candidate communication
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Assist with performance review cycles and HR projects focused on process improvement

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

• 4+ years of HR experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment supporting multiple offices